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the phrase "draw down" As Afghan forces shoulder more fighting responsibilities, ISAF troops will draw down from about 40,000 to less than 13,000 in Afghanistan at the end of December. What does "draw down" mean in this sentence?
Dec 22, 2014 8:28 PM
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"Draw down" means "withdraw" or "reduce". It's another term derived from business and finance.
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