1
as in dripping
to fall or let fall in or as if in drops
the basement walls distill water every time it rains heavily
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2
as in filtering
to remove usually visible impurities from
distill the water before pouring it in the steam iron
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Recent Examples of distilling
Kamala Harris’s memoir 107 Days succeeds at least in distilling the evasions and weaknesses of the modern Democratic Party.
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Fintan O’Toole, The New York Review of Books, 28 Oct. 2025
However, capturing that enthusiasm and distilling it into a movement is not an easy feat.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 17 Oct. 2025
Women have historically held various roles in the bourbon industry, from distilling to marketing.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Oct. 2025
While there are a few male employees at Olta, most everything — from tending the crops to distilling the liquid to bottling it up — is done by women, a rarity in the machismo world of Mexican spirits.
—Allyson Reedy, Denver Post, 24 Sep. 2025
While members of the UK government were considering the country’s relationship to fashion, a handful of designers were distilling their own experience of British life onto the runway.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
Eagle Park co-owner and brand director Jake Schinker said that production work will be transferred to the brewing and distilling company's Muskego location, S64W15640 Commerce Center Parkway, and construction on the east-side location should be completed by the end of October.
—Angelika Ytuarte, jsonline.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Featuring a spacious taproom and pleasant patio, Wildbloom Beer is a business of one, run by Devin Bush, who at 19 moved from Connecticut to the United Kingdom to study brewing and has been brewing and distilling for almost 20 years now.
—Em Sauter, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
The serial number on it links it to a coppersmith in Lexington, and history says that Elijah Pepper was distilling on that site as early as 1812.
—Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
Fintan O’Toole, The New York Review of Books, 28 Oct. 2025
However, capturing that enthusiasm and distilling it into a movement is not an easy feat.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 17 Oct. 2025
Women have historically held various roles in the bourbon industry, from distilling to marketing.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Oct. 2025
While there are a few male employees at Olta, most everything — from tending the crops to distilling the liquid to bottling it up — is done by women, a rarity in the machismo world of Mexican spirits.
—Allyson Reedy, Denver Post, 24 Sep. 2025
While members of the UK government were considering the country’s relationship to fashion, a handful of designers were distilling their own experience of British life onto the runway.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
Eagle Park co-owner and brand director Jake Schinker said that production work will be transferred to the brewing and distilling company's Muskego location, S64W15640 Commerce Center Parkway, and construction on the east-side location should be completed by the end of October.
—Angelika Ytuarte, jsonline.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Featuring a spacious taproom and pleasant patio, Wildbloom Beer is a business of one, run by Devin Bush, who at 19 moved from Connecticut to the United Kingdom to study brewing and has been brewing and distilling for almost 20 years now.
—Em Sauter, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
The serial number on it links it to a coppersmith in Lexington, and history says that Elijah Pepper was distilling on that site as early as 1812.
—Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for distilling
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Jessica Chastain wore a custom Cucinelli gown dripping in diamond accents and talked shop with DuVernay.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2026
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However things turn out next month, Bowe’s 38th birthday will coincide with another passage in her life, one dripping with anticipation and, perhaps, a dose of poignancy.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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But simply consuming information isn’t enough; the crucial step is filtering it through her unique lens.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
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Though unsafe to eat from city waters, oysters are among the most efficient purifying devices, each adult capable of filtering up to fifty gallons a day.—
Ben McGrath,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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The pennies could start flowing again, perhaps easing a shortage in some markets, after the Federal Reserve announced an upcoming shift in the distribution system of old 1-cent coins.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Now more diners are flowing through, gazing at the handwritten menu on the wall affixed with neat strips of orange tape, or calling ahead.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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In addition to its cover-up capabilities, the formula is enriched with nourishing ingredients such as allantoin, bakuchiol, and niacinamide that actually target dark spots and, with time (and regular wear), can brighten them while clarifying the complexion.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
6 Nov. 2025
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Modern shutdowns date back to 1980, when the attorney general issued legal guidance clarifying that agencies could not spend without congressional approval.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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JPMorgan’s ultra-wealthy clientele is all about pouring their money into athletics, according to a new report from the bank.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
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The kit, which comes in four colors—matte white, desert rose, matte black, and hazy blue—comes with a chawan (bowl) with a pouring spout, a naoshi (whisk stand), a chasen (bamboo whisk), a tea tray, a stainless-steel spoon, and a sifter.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 Nov. 2025
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Researchers say MaybeRobot's development has now stabilized, allowing the hackers to focus on refining NoRobot's stealth.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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What Happens Next The CHSRA plans to consult with property owners in Kern County and continue refining its design with the goal of reducing costs and impacts before any construction changes move forward.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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While heavy crude oil is what is predominantly being drilled for today, its viscous consistency and high levels of metals and sulfur mean extracting and refining this product is significantly more costly than its light crude counterpart.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
5 Jan. 2026
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To achieve the effect of Alma extracting the worm from Elvira’s mouth, Foldberg and his team created several silicone worm pieces and then fed them through a contraption attached to the side of Myren’s face.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
23 Dec. 2025
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“Distilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distilling. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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