sieves

Definition of sievesnext
present tense third-person singular of sieve
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  • The area benefits from weather systems, a high concentration of forest land that filters the air, a good distance from polluting industries and a population of only about 33,000, so there are not as many cars on the road.
    Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Its improved Heart Rate Tracking filters out body movement for more accurate readings, and advanced sensors monitor sleep habits and detect signs of sleep apnea.
    Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
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  • Quickley and Barrett then switch defenders when Goodwin screens for Green.
    Fred Katz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
  • What the screen debate misses is that 40 seconds of looking at green space partially restores directed attention, which screens deplete.
    John La Puma, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Sieves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sieves. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.

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