withdrawal
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1 taking money out (n.) B1 Intermediatethe act of taking money out of a bank account.
the removal of funds from a bank account or other financial institution.
ExampleI need to make a withdrawal of fifty dollars from the ATM.
ExampleThe bank limits daily cash withdrawals to prevent fraud and ensure sufficient liquidity at smaller branches.
UsageOften used with the verb 'make'.
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2 stopping a drug (n.) C1 Advanced Technical Medicinethe unpleasant physical and mental feelings you have when you stop using a drug you are addicted to.
the physiological and psychological symptoms experienced when an addictive substance is discontinued.
ExampleHe suffered from sweating and shaking during his first week of withdrawal.
ExampleThe clinical team monitored the patient closely for severe withdrawal symptoms, including tremors and acute anxiety, during the initial phase of recovery.
UsageOften used in the phrase 'going through withdrawal'.
- detoxification
- abstinence
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3 military or political removal (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Formalthe act of moving soldiers or support away from a place.
the act of pulling back or removing troops, support, or a statement from a specific context.
ExampleThe government announced the full withdrawal of its troops by the end of the year.
ExampleThe sudden withdrawal of diplomatic support left the small nation vulnerable to economic sanctions from its neighbours.
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4 socially pulling away (n.) C1 Advanced Academicthe act of becoming quiet and not wanting to talk to other people.
the state of ceasing to participate in social activities or communication, often due to emotional distress.
ExampleHer sudden withdrawal from her friends was a sign that she was unhappy.
ExamplePsychologists noted that social withdrawal is frequently an early indicator of clinical depression in adolescents.
- engagement
- sociability
From withdraw + -al.