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Meaning of the word withdrawal in English

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withdrawal

US /wɪðˈdrɑː.əl/
UK /wɪðˈdrɑː.əl/
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Noun

1.

the action of drawing something back or away, or of being drawn back or away

Example:
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The withdrawal of troops from the region was completed.
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He requested a withdrawal of his application.
Synonym:
retreatretirementrecessionpulloutevacuation
2.

the act of taking money out of an account

Example:
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I made a cash withdrawal from the ATM.
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There's a limit on daily withdrawals.
Synonym:
debitcash-outpayout
3.

the process of ceasing to take a drug, especially an addictive one, or to engage in an addictive activity

Example:
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He experienced severe withdrawal symptoms after quitting smoking.
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The clinic specializes in helping people through drug withdrawal.
Synonym:
detoxificationabstinencecessation
4.

the action of moving back or away from a place or situation

Example:
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Her sudden withdrawal from the competition surprised everyone.
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His social withdrawal became more pronounced after the incident.
Synonym:
retreatseclusionisolationreclusion
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withdraw