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as in to clarify
to remove usually visible impurities from
after frying the chicken, we filtered the oil and kept it in the refrigerator to use again
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as in purifier
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Recent Examples of filter
Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
Once that sunscreen has hit its expiration date, the formula will begin to separate and those active ingredients that filter out the UV rays may end up clustering in one area upon application.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2025
Rafael Nam, NPR, 26 Mar. 2025
Again, similar to the dishwasher, the washing machine filter can become congested.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2025
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Verb
The liver filters the blood, removing toxins and waste; processes nutrients; detoxifies harmful substances like alcohol and drugs; produces bile to help with digestion; produces proteins that help the blood clot; and plays an important role in regulating blood sugar.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
Once that sunscreen has hit its expiration date, the formula will begin to separate and those active ingredients that filter out the UV rays may end up clustering in one area upon application.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2025
Noun
Getting off the filter, however, shows over 1,000 available tickets.
—Rafael Nam, NPR, 26 Mar. 2025
Again, similar to the dishwasher, the washing machine filter can become congested.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for filter
Verb
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His administration's decisions are straining relationships with the Asian countries that the U.S. would rely on in the event of conflict with China or North Korea.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
22 Mar. 2025
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After steeping, strain the mixture, discarding the solids into a bowl.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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The 30-year-old Call Her Daddy host took to Instagram Stories and TikTok on March 26 to clarify that the podcast network is not the reason behind the 24-year-old influencer's latest move.—
Athena Sobhan,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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This model helps clarify what admissions officers at elite institutions are truly seeking beyond perfect test scores and GPAs.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Initially screened in London in 2010, the work has since become a classic of durational art in the tradition of Andy Warhol’s Empire and John Cage’s ORGAN2/ASLSP.—
Jonathon Keats,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The film, directed by Alexis Bloom and produced by Alex Gibney, is currently screening at CPH:DOX.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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Besides his new devotion to the war and his wife, Schiele also refined his technical skills and style during his late era.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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Each pitch gives you a chance to refine your messaging, address weaknesses, and improve your delivery.—
Abdo Riani,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The tangerines from which vitamin C is extracted are sourced from Jeju Island, South Korea’s largest island.—
Rosa Jisoo Pyo,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2025
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Products extracted from these plants are associated with a number of different health benefits.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
28 Mar. 2025
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Pilot projects underway The latest solutions from Miami-Dade County to fix the polluted bay include three new projects to improve infrastructure — all different variations on advanced filters to clean dirty street water.—
Courtney Heath,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2025
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Micellar water is also an excellent, gentle option for cleaning makeup brushes.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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If the city fails to meet those conditions, the judge's order prohibits the city from citing, arresting or fining people for camping on public property.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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If convicted for this Class I Felony offense, the defendant could be fined up to $10,000 and/or be sentenced to up to three years and six months in prison.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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An employee was seen sneezing directly into their hand and returning to work without washing their hands.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Because what’s really getting washed is the film as the paint rests safely beneath it.—
Karl Brauer,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Filter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filter. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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