strainer

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Once the lemon juice is combined with the macerated peels, water and pickle juice are stirred in before the entire mixture is strained using a fine-mesh strainer.

From Salon • Aug. 29, 2025

This method works with anything with holes, such as a straw hat, a strainer, a cheese grater or even a perforated spoon.

From New York Times • Apr. 7, 2024

Drain the rice in a fine-mesh strainer, then rinse under cool running water and drain again.

From Washington Times • Oct. 30, 2023

In a kitchen blender, puree the watermelon well, and strain through a fine mesh strainer.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 22, 2023

I watch as she spoons loose tea into a strainer and pours the boiling water over it into two cups.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline