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Vocabulary Entry
draining
|verb • noun • adjective
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V
verb
To remove liquid from something; to cause it to lose liquid.
Example Sentences
"She spent the afternoon draining the pasta after boiling it."
"The heavy rain was draining the water from the flooded streets."
"He was drained after running for several miles."
N
noun
The act or process of removing liquid or the condition of being emptied of liquid.
Example Sentences
"The draining of the swamp took several weeks."
"There was a problem with the draining of the swimming pool."
"The draining process helped to prevent water damage."
A
adjective
Causing one to feel exhausted or depleted, often mentally or physically.
Example Sentences
"The draining task left her feeling exhausted."
"After a long day at work, he found the job to be quite draining."
"Participating in the marathon was a draining experience for all."