to close; to be over; to break up (e.g., a class, meeting, or shop closing time)
授業が三時に引けたら、図書館に行きましょう。
When class finishes at three, let's go to the library.
店は夜九時に引けるので、早めに買い物を済ませた。
The shop closes at nine, so I finished my shopping early.
宴会が引けてから、スタッフが片付けを始めた。
After the party was over, the staff began cleaning up.
to lose one's nerve; to feel reluctant or intimidated (often used in the expression 気が引ける)
先輩に注意するのは気が引けるが、伝えなければならない。
I'm reluctant to criticize my senior, but I have to tell them.
そんなに高価なプレゼントをもらうと気が引ける。
I feel awkward receiving such an expensive gift.
彼の前ではいつも気が引けて、うまく話せない。
I always feel intimidated in front of him and can't speak well.