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
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
“We have solutions that we know will decant the system,” she said.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 18, 2022
And I will go and decant the wine.—Quite in the family way, Mr Rainscourt—no ceremony.
From The King's Own by Marryat, Frederick
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