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Definitions for Draining
drain·ing

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. draining, exhaustingadjective

    having a debilitating effect

    "an exhausting job in the hot sun"

Wiktionary

  1. drainingnoun

    the practice of exploring drains, tunnels, or sewers

  2. drainingadjective

    That drains

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  1. draining

    Draining refers to the process of removing or causing a liquid to flow out from something, typically by means of a channel or outlet. It can also refer to the gradual loss or reduction of something such as energy, resources or vitality.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Draining

    of Drain

  2. Drainingverb

    the art of carrying off surplus water, as from land

  3. Etymology: of Drain, v. t.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of Draining in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of Draining in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of Draining in a Sentence

  1. John Bodrozic:

    Sediment builds up over time at the bottom of the tank, causing corrosion, partially draining it removes the sediment and keeps the heater running more efficiently — and keeps it running longer.

  2. Margaret Mead:

    We are living beyond our means. As a people we have developed a lifestyle that is draining the earth of its priceless and irreplaceable resources without regard for the future of our children and people all around the world.

  3. Barham Salih:

    Here I reiterate Iraq's call, which we have previously issued at the United Nations General Assembly, for the formation of an international coalition to fight corruption along the lines of the international coalition against ISIS, terrorism can only be eliminated by draining its sources of funding based on corruption money as a political economy of violent.

  4. President Donald J. Trump:

    James Comey, John Brennan, James Clapper, we're draining the swamp, folks.

  5. Hope Solo:

    Today's decision brings closure to what has been one of the most difficult and emotionally draining times of my life.

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