filtering

Example Sentences

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Humans can often sustain focus on a specific goal while filtering out competing information.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

In February he launched press conferences reserved for new media and influencers, which led to accusations that he was "filtering" journalists.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The team said if water is collected from a stream there is no guarantee filtering alone will make the water safe to drink and recommended secondary treatment such as boiling or chemical treatments.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Several justices seemed drawn to the idea that the process was somehow less constitutionally troubling because the initial search involved automated filtering rather than human eyes manually reviewing every account.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

The ogress filled the subterranean passageway, blocking out much of the light filtering in from the opening.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull