withdraw
UK: wɪðˈdrɔː | US: wɪðˈdrɔː
vt. to remove or take back (something)
vi. to retreat or move away from a place or situation
vt. to retract a statement or offer
withdraw = with<against/back> + draw<pull>
- with (Old English wiþ, meaning "against" or "back")
- draw (Old English dragan, meaning "to pull" or "to drag")
Etymology Origin:
The word "withdraw" originates from Old English, combining wiþ (indicating opposition or reversal) and dragan (to pull). It originally meant "to pull back" or "retreat," reflecting physical or metaphorical removal. Over time, it expanded to include retracting statements or revoking actions, maintaining its core idea of reversal or retreat.
She decided to withdraw her application from the competition.
The army was forced to withdraw from the battlefield.
He withdrew his hand quickly from the hot stove.
The bank allows customers to withdraw cash from ATMs.
The company withdrew its controversial advertisement after public backlash.