decant

Example Sentences

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But Conservative MP Sir Edward Leigh, who opposes the full decant option, said the proposals were "absurd".

From BBC • Feb. 5, 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

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

Some terrific directorial touches linger, such as when three characters decant olive oil in sync, the golden lighting and jazzy instrumentals heightening the sense that the trio has achieved a state of flow.

From Washington Post • Mar. 8, 2023

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.