filter

Example Sentences

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The light that does reach the moon’s surface is filtered through a thick slice of the Earth’s atmosphere.

From Los Angeles Times

But as the class filtered out, he grabbed his bag, unfolded himself from his desk, and started for the door.

From Literature

Wholesale price increases typically filter through gradually, often appearing in increments of a few cents a day.

From Barron's

Wholesale price increases typically filter through gradually, often appearing in increments of a few cents a day.

From Barron's

Those seasonal tuneups start with simple tasks like changing filters, inspecting refrigerant levels and keeping outdoor components clean, according to the experts at Constellation.

From MarketWatch