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strainer

[strey-ner] / ˈstreɪ nər /
NOUN
mesh
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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

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

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

He caught them and hooked the strainer onto the side of the barrel where they dripped until he was ready for them.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou



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