This is just right for a futuristic special effects blow-out like "The Matrix," but it has a way of draining the life out of just about everything else, even light romantic comedy.
The fierceness with which she competed had a way of draining from her face by the time she reached the net for a post-match handshake or embrace, and she was quickly admired, and soon enough cherished, by her fellow-players on tour.
But often, flooding is induced or exacerbated by man's interference in nature's way of draining its catchments or basins, thereby upsetting the balance.
By identifying representatives who oppose the amendment now, we can target vulnerable opponents in the midterm elections and make sure their constituents know who is standing in the way of draining the swamp.
A brightly-lit screen is one of the quickest ways to drain your iDevice's battery.
There's a new way to drain a good part of your day (or lecture class period) on Wikipedia: wikiracing.
He also argues that individual rights - and the rule of law - are the best way to drain the ideological swamp.
"Even though I loved the show, afterwards I felt very heavy and kind of drained in a way.
Finally add the tin of drained sardines.
This can be done one of two ways: Drain out the excess liquid.
