Dictionary Check: sieve

"sieve" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 9 points

Definition

noun

a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles

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verb

examine in order to test suitability

Example: "screen these samples"
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verb

check and sort carefully

Example: "sift the information"
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verb

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

Example: "sift the flour"
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verb

distinguish and separate out

Example: "sift through the job candidates"
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