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decant

[dih-kant] / dɪˈkænt /
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tap
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A previous report from 2022 suggested that a full decant could cost £7bn-£13bn with the building entirely vacated for between 12 and 20 years.

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026

But here’s the little trick that makes it feel thoughtful rather than “I just grabbed this on the way in”: decant it.

From Salon • Dec. 2, 2025

If the oil has separated from the paste, decant the tahini to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high in 30-second bursts, stirring after each, until emulsified and smooth.

From Washington Post • Dec. 7, 2022

I poured coffee grounds from a red can into a pot of boiling water, waited to decant cowboy coffee, and thought about how to lose the fox.

From Salon • Oct. 22, 2022

After two hours' repose decant from the dregs and bottle for use.

From One Thousand Secrets of Wise and Rich Men Revealed by Bogardus, C. A.




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