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as in boater
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as in spoon
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Recent Examples of skimmer
Traditional robotic cleaners typically ignore this layer, leaving owners to remove debris manually with skimmer nets.
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Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
Writers accommodated the skimmer.
—Big Think, 11 Mar. 2026
Using a slotted spoon or wire skimmer, remove and discard the large solids, then strain the stock through a chinoise or a colander lined with cheesecloth.
—Georgeanne Brennan, Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2025
Joyhalo Pool Skimmer Net An effective pool skimmer is a must for the summer.
—Julia Fields, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
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Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
Writers accommodated the skimmer.
—Big Think, 11 Mar. 2026
Using a slotted spoon or wire skimmer, remove and discard the large solids, then strain the stock through a chinoise or a colander lined with cheesecloth.
—Georgeanne Brennan, Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2025
Joyhalo Pool Skimmer Net An effective pool skimmer is a must for the summer.
—Julia Fields, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skimmer
Noun
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For those who really want to go old school, a boater hat is just right.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Low water levels could also affect access and boater capacity at Cherry Creek Reservoir and Barr Lake, according to a round-up compiled by Colorado Parks and Wildlife.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Denise would tell her as much, yelling at Djena for the slightest infraction, such as leaving out a spoon while tidying up the kitchen.—
Yudhijit Bhattacharjee,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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There were many capable mouths to feed and no one in the heart of the rotation who was adept at operating a spoon.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Jensen tapped his helmet and the ensuing ABS challenge showed the pitch was less than one-tenth of an inch outside.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
13 May 2026
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Rail freight, a faster and cheaper alternative, was blocked after Zheng’s smart helmets were classified as sensitive dual-use goods, given the active conflict zones along the route.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Similar to another Southern favorite, pimiento cheese, this dip is delicious with dippers like pretzel sticks, cucumbers, and celery.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Still, nearby, the Pleiades adorn the night sky with their signature shimmer, appearing like a tiny jeweled dipper suspended in the dark.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
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If Billy, who wears a turban and caftan in a few scenes, calls to mind Norma Desmond of Sunset Boulevard, Schoenbrun directly assures you that that is not an accident.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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Her matching turban completed the unexpected look.—
Jessica Booth,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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Only at Loli Farms, they’re crowned with a ladle full of chicken drippings, instead of gravy.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Essentials Set, made by a small wood shop out of Kempton, Pennsylvania, includes a large spatula, a stirring spoon, tongs, a medium serving spoon, a ladle, and Jonathan’ signature Original Spootle—plus a jar of their own SpoonWax to keep everything conditioned.—
Jamie Thilman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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All of the suspects were dressed head-to-toe in black, with some wearing hoods and masks.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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The dress had a hood attached that acted as a veil; when Taylor removed it, the dress transformed into an off-the-shoulder stunner.—
Julie Tremaine,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
Noun
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Highly Processed Protein Powder Protein powders are a convenient way to boost the protein content of smoothies, adding as much as 20 to 30 grams per scoop.—
MD Published,
Verywell Health,
18 May 2026
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In Gallup, dinner came with free scoops of ice cream.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
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“Skimmer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skimmer. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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