filter through

Example Sentences

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Higher energy prices due to the Iran war could filter through to many other goods in the coming months.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Meanwhile, Capital Economics’ Gareth Leather thinks there are signs that strong export growth is finally starting to filter through to the rest of the economy, as real private consumption rose 4.9%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

CPI-E’s heavy weighting in medical care and housing means retirees face a delayed hit as oil costs filter through the broader economy.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

These network costs will filter through to household energy bills.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

I place my hand over the patch of carpeting, like some truth will filter through.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson