strainer

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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 in a fine-mesh strainer, rinse under cool water and drain again.

From Washington Times • Dec. 1, 2023

Roll them before juicing, use a reamer if you have it and use a fine-mesh strainer to catch seeds.

From Salon • Sep. 9, 2023

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

From Seattle Times • Aug. 22, 2023

"Shah-jan, don't run," my mom calls out, though she's practically hopping to put away the chopping board and the strainer, that metal sky full of stars.

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi