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withdrawal

[wɪðˈdrɔːəl]

withdrawal Definition

  • 1the act of taking back or removing something
  • 2the process of stopping taking a drug or medication
  • 3the feeling of sadness, nervousness, or discomfort when you stop taking a drug or medication that you have become addicted to

Using withdrawal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "withdrawal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The withdrawal of troops from the region was a major political decision.

  • Example

    She made a withdrawal of $500 from her bank account.

  • Example

    He experienced severe withdrawal symptoms after quitting smoking.

  • Example

    The doctor recommended a gradual withdrawal from the medication.

withdrawal Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for withdrawal

Phrases with withdrawal

  • a method of contraception in which a man withdraws his penis from the vagina before ejaculation

    Example

    The withdrawal method is not a reliable form of birth control.

  • the act of taking money out of a bank account

    Example

    I need to make a cash withdrawal from the ATM.

  • an agreement between two parties that outlines the terms and conditions of a withdrawal or separation

    Example

    The withdrawal agreement between the UK and the EU was signed in January 2020.

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Summary: withdrawal in Brief

Withdrawal [wɪðˈdrɔːəl] refers to the act of taking back or removing something, such as troops or money. It can also refer to the process of stopping taking a drug or medication, often accompanied by uncomfortable symptoms. Examples include 'The withdrawal of troops from the region' and 'He experienced severe withdrawal symptoms after quitting smoking.'

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