Draw on means to use something as a resource or source of supply.
You draw on savings, experience, knowledge, or reserves: She drew on her training to stay calm, The novel draws on Greek mythology.
The phrase can also mean to put on clothing by pulling: He drew on his gloves.
Separately, draw on describes time approaching: As evening drew on, the temperature dropped.
1. utilize — tap into, Access and use; call upon (To formally request); access (Right to enter); employ (Engage for work); make use of · harness · leverage · utilize · exploit · invoke · summon · mobilize · turn to · extract
2. approach — near, Short distance away; creep up (Approach gradually, unnoticed); loom (Fabric-making frame); encroach (Advance beyond proper limits); come closer · close in · approach · impend
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utilization of resourcesdraw on ≠ ignore Refuse to notice; neglect · waste · disregard · squander · overlook
depletion vs. replenishmentdraw on ≠ replenish Supply anew; restore · build up · add to · stockpile · accumulate
temporal approachdraw on ≠ recede Move back from; fade · wane · end · conclude · draw away
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