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Sieve Crossword Clue

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97%4Exact Match!
verb

• move as if through a sieve

• separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements

• check and sort carefully

• distinguish and separate out

96%8Exact Match!
noun

• a filter to retain larger pieces while smaller pieces and liquids pass through

95%8Exact Match!
noun

• bowl-shaped strainer; used to wash or drain foods

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