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
Drain in a fine-mesh strainer, rinse under cool water and drain again.
From Washington Times • Dec. 1, 2023
While their treatment of the ancient world is informed, to say the least, by their prior work, the scenario also feels like Hallmark pulped through a Disney strainer.
From New York Times • Nov. 9, 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
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