Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

drag

[drag] / dræg /


NOUN
a puff while smoking
Synonyms
VERB
haul something to a new place
Synonyms
Antonyms




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

—European stocks fell at market open, as technology stocks helped drag the continent-wide Stoxx 600 down 1%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

The federal investigation may be a near-term drag on the stock, but some investors are keeping their eyes on a much larger prize.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

He also noticed subtle changes in the way he walked, including times when his heels seemed to drag.

From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026

While it's the first time it's happened to Mayman, whose stage name is Kylie Kush, other drag performers here say it's a common occurrence.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

I’m so stupid—how could I let them drag me into their play?

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz




Vocabulary lists containing drag


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "drag" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com