Slowly Whittled Down Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is WINNOWED which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: WINNOWED

Updated: July 15, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood

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We think the answer is "WINNOWED" which means:

noun

• The act of separating grain from chaff

verb

• Separate the chaff from grain by using air currents
• Blow on
• Select desirable parts from a group or list
• Blow away or off with a current of air

An example sentence would be:

• "She winnowed the wheat to separate the chaff."
• "The cook winnowed the flour to remove any impurities."

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New York Times16 Jul 2024	Down 36
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