1. To extend or prolong the conclusion or ending of something, often unnecessarily or to create suspense
The director decided to draw out the finish of the movie with a long, dramatic final scene.
O diretor decidiu prolongar o final do filme com uma cena final longa e dramática.
2. In sports, to make the final moments of a competition last longer, often by making tactical decisions
The team tried to draw out the finish by playing defensively in the last minutes.
O time tentou estender o desfecho jogando defensivamente nos últimos minutos.