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drew

Meaning of “drew”

1. Came or approached, especially in “drew near,” “drew nigh,” or “drew on.” 2. Pulled, dragged, led, or caused to move toward, along, away, or out. 3. Took or brought something out or up, as water, a sword, staves, or a shoe. 4. Bent a bow by pulling its string.

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85 occurrences84 verses24 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 18:23

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Mark 6:53
And when they had passed over, they came into the land of Gennesaret, and drew to the shore.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading & marginal notes
1611 witness · Mark 6:53 · retained source text

And when they had passed ouer, they came into the land of Genesareth, and drew to the shore.

1611 marginal noteMatth. 14.34.

Mark 14:47
And one of them that stood by drew a sword, and smote a servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear.
1 word occurrence in this verse
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1611 witness · Mark 14:47 · retained source text

And one of them that stood by, drew a sword, and smote a seruant of the high Priest, and cut off his eare.

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