decant

Example Sentences

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Like Lord Dobbs, Sir Jacob doesn't back a full decant, instead preferring the work to be done in stages.

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026

I brew it in huge batches and decant it into a glass jug that looks vaguely like a science experiment.

From Salon • Jul. 8, 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

Under his vigorous shaking the driver slid over sideways until he threatened to decant himself out upon Mr. Leary.

From The Life of the Party by Preston, James M.