draw up

The phrase "draw up" is versatile, used in various contexts such as document preparation, arranging in order, and bringing to a halt.

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Definition

B2Legal/Business

(formal)To prepare a detailed document or plan.

Example

The lawyer drew up the contract for the new partnership.
We need to draw up a budget for the upcoming project.

C1Military/Organizational

(formal)To arrange people or items in a specific order or formation.

Example

The commander drew up his troops for inspection.
The event planner drew up the seating chart for the gala.

B1Transportation

(common)To bring a vehicle to a stop at a specific location.

Example

The taxi drew up in front of the hotel.
The bus drew up at the station right on time.

B2Personal Conduct

(common)To straighten one's posture, often to show dignity or defiance.

Example

She drew herself up proudly after receiving the award.
He drew up in response to the criticism, standing tall and firm.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "draw up":

draft up write up draw out chalk out draw in draw on draw into sketch out draw down write down draw off map out write out work up draw near conjure up drum up cook up drag up do up put pen to paper come up with whip up cure up brew up draw together draw ahead lay out doctor up gin up bring up drawn out set forth set out haul up