Synonyms for

Withdrawing

Verb / wɪˈθdrɔ:ɪŋ / / wɪˈðdrɔ:ɪŋ / Another word for withdrawing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of taking money out of a bank account or removing oneself from a situation.

Synonyms & similar words

swallow recall recede retire adjourn advance deposit disengage crawfish draw unsay withdraw remove seclude engage sequestrate take sequester retreat retreat remove retract recall recede disengage eject evacuate vacate resign abandon yield quit depart exit retire

Synonyms by register

Formal

retiring receding disengaging pulling back

Informal

backing out pulling out opting out bailing

Literary

ebbing retreating fleeing

Antonyms

advancing approaching engaging joining participating entering advancing

Common collocations

  • withdrawing from
  • withdrawing funds
  • withdrawing application
  • withdrawing support
  • withdrawing troops
  • withdrawing money
  • withdrawing statement

Word family

noun withdrawal
verb withdraw
adjective withdrawn

Usage note

Often used in contexts of finance, military action, or social interaction. Be mindful of the specific nuance; 'withdrawn' as an adjective can imply shyness or social awkwardness.

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Example sentences

  1. I am withdrawing money from the ATM.
  2. She is withdrawing from the race.
  3. He is withdrawing from the meeting.
  4. The soldier is withdrawing from the battlefield.
  5. The company is withdrawing its products from the market.

Quotes

  • The biggest challenge is withdrawing from society. - Robin S. Sharma
  • It's not the daily increase but daily decrease. Hack away at the unessential. - Bruce Lee
  • Withdrawing into oneself is not only dangerous, it is absolutely unnecessary. - Jack Kornfield

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