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In the pools, it may be said, "draws" turn up first! (5)

Ross

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pulls

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(Other definitions for pulls that I've seen before include "Draws" , "Tows" , "Attracts" , "Tugs something towards oneself" , "Hauls" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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