sifter

Example Sentences

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Using a sifter, sprinkle two cups of powdered sugar onto the coated cereal and mix once again.

From Salon • Dec. 15, 2025

Using a sifter or fine-mesh strainer, sift the flour over the bowl and whisk until almost smooth; a few small lumps are okay.

From Washington Post • May 11, 2022

For about 10 days, she has used sifter boxes and shovels — left by a friendly stranger — to search for anything left.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2018

The sifter came from Ikea, and so did my cheap, shiny measuring spoons, and I love those, too.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 7, 2017

Other years, jobs like Pipeworks laborer, trash sifter, and mold scraper were mixed in.

From "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau