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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
John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 14 May 2025
These kinds of approximate methods could eventually inform the waveform templates that are so crucial for filtering out noise in upcoming gravitational-wave detectors, Plefka says.
—Ramin Skibba, Scientific American, 13 May 2025
Charna Flam, People.com, 14 May 2025
Photo Variants comes with over 100 effects, object-adding, and frame filters.
—PC Magazine, 14 May 2025
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Verb
So the full effect of these actions appears to be ending all federal support for research at Harvard
The NIH's earlier grant cuts are still filtering out to the community, though.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 14 May 2025
These kinds of approximate methods could eventually inform the waveform templates that are so crucial for filtering out noise in upcoming gravitational-wave detectors, Plefka says.
—Ramin Skibba, Scientific American, 13 May 2025
Noun
The two-time Grammy winner posted an Instagram carousel that included 13 different videos of him speaking directly to the camera with a filter that distorted his face and altered his voice to a higher pitch.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 14 May 2025
Photo Variants comes with over 100 effects, object-adding, and frame filters.
—PC Magazine, 14 May 2025
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Verb
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Manipulating your neck too aggressively or frequently can also strain the muscles surrounding your cervical spine, which can lead to pain, stiffness, or muscle spasms in your neck.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
12 May 2025
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Trump's trade policies have also strained relations with key trading partners, including Canada and Mexico.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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Pay attention to the intent and emotion behind what you're being told, and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Mamet emphasizes the vernacular like a theatrical soothsayer while Zahler visualizes violence to clarify circumstance and character.—
Armond White,
National Review,
14 May 2025
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The film has screened more than 20 times in the past three months, including at the American Association for the Advancement of Science in February.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacbee.com,
17 May 2025
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None of them have a real market while Toronto is the only one that screens the best from the fall festivals.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Identify one region or patient population to start with, measure the impact and refine the model before scaling. 5.—
Thanh Pham,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Here are nine classic nail polish shades that are as chic as they are refined, to be worn wherever, whenever, and with whatever.—
Jeanne Ballion,
Vogue,
15 May 2025
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Like a professional, Blue Ivy carefully extracted the hair from her earring as swiftly as possible, even hitting a few moves with her while sorting out the wardrobe malfunction.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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Royalty rates paid by companies to extract oil, gas and coal would be cut, reversing Biden’s attempts to curb fossil fuels to help address climate change.—
Kevin Freking,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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Regularly cleaning your glass shower doors is essential for maintaining their clarity and protecting them from permanent damage or etching.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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But cleaning it all up doesn’t have to be overwhelming.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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At a code violation hearing on Dec. 4, Mayo was fined $2,500 for an unsanctioned event, records show.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
1 May 2025
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The Falcons have been fined $250,000, and Ulbrich has been fined $100,000.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Brush the top of the pie with the egg yolk wash and sprinkle the surface with the raw cane sugar and remaining cardamom.—
Ellen Gray,
Saveur,
15 May 2025
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Before washing, inspect the area for any cracks or damage and repair them as needed.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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“Filter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filter. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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