
Draw on
Resource Usage
Often used when someone applies what they've learned from past experiences to a new situation.
She drew on her time abroad to adapt quickly to the new culture.
Figurative Speech
Even though 'draw on' suggests pulling from a physical source, it usually refers to intangible resources like wisdom.
The novelist drew on childhood memories to craft her characters.
Problem Solving
Commonly used to describe the utilization of all available options to creatively solve problems or overcome obstacles.
The engineer drew on community resources to build the bridge.