as in discard
something separated from a group or lot for not being as good as the others
the unbruised apples will be packed in bags, and the culls will be used for cider
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as in to select
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
culled the best short stories from the author's body of writings
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Recent Examples of cull
Anna Russell, The New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2025
Coming not long after the overdue cull of lower quality, higher risk apps on Play Store, Google is also finally clamping down on sideloading.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2025
When infections are confirmed, the USDA enforces strict quarantine measures and mandates culling of affected flocks to prevent further spread, offering financial compensation to farmers.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Oddly, however, the study has not dispelled arguments for the cull.
—Anna Russell, The New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2025
Coming not long after the overdue cull of lower quality, higher risk apps on Play Store, Google is also finally clamping down on sideloading.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Verb
The finalists were culled from more than 470 nominations, according to a foundation news release.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2025
When infections are confirmed, the USDA enforces strict quarantine measures and mandates culling of affected flocks to prevent further spread, offering financial compensation to farmers.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cull
Noun
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Textile discards make up a huge portion of landfills, so look for a way those clothes can be reused or recycled.—
Jessica Farthing,
Southern Living,
29 Nov. 2024
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When West discards, South knows West had two clubs, three trumps and surely no more than six diamonds (since East followed low-high on the high diamonds).—
Frank Stewart,
The Mercury News,
16 Nov. 2024
Verb
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Wilson, who joined Rivera’s decision yesterday ruling that the Constitution can be bypassed when needed, has two vacancies, as does Gov. Hochul, so the eight members are short of the legal quorum of 10, unable to meet and select a chair.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2025
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Xu was a graduate from Zhejiang University’s Chu Kochen Honors College, which selects top students at the elite university.—
Anniek Bao,Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Land Rover claims the Octa is much faster than other Defenders, reaching 62 mph in just 4.0 seconds.—
Charlie Roxburghe,
Robb Report,
18 Feb. 2025
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At the time it was released, the poll, conducted by Victory Insights, showed Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez running a distant second behind Donalds.—
Kirby Wilson,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2025
Verb
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With endless options to choose from, there’s no better place to kick off your spring denim journey than here.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Feb. 2025
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Did my experience prove to be as simple as power on, connect, tap the app, choose a target and wait?—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Feb. 2025
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But fans of the show's illustrious rejects — would-be cast members who auditioned but didn't get invited to join the cast — could make an argument their team has had just as much success, maybe more.—
Saba Hamedy,
NBC News,
17 Feb. 2025
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His growth throughout the series is kind of the whole point of the show, from the social reject of the village to one of its most reliable and trustworthy warriors, beloved by all.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
29 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In picking Bongino for the FBI deputy director job, Trump again is emphasizing loyalty and MAGA credentials over experience.—
Zac Anderson,
USA TODAY,
26 Feb. 2025
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The same goes for other retailers, such as Macy’s , that continue to close stores , which leads to both merchandise for TJX buyers to pick at and real estate opportunities to add new stores or relocate to better locations.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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So, 46-year-old Nina Peterson decided to take matters into her own hands and create a personalized and educational video—similar to Ms. Rachel's—for her granddaughter, Heavenly.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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More than 60,000 people, or about 3% of the federal workforce, have already taken the offer which purportedly guarantees workers pay through September without the obligation to work.—
Sara Salinas,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Cull.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cull. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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