decant

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When you get home, you decant the spring rolls, curry, rice and noodles onto real plates, turn the lights down low, light a few candles and put on music you actually want to listen to.

From Salon • Feb. 10, 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 keep small salt and pepper grinders in my picnic box, plus packets of condiments or small containers in which to decant perishable condiments.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 27, 2022

Boil for five minutes, allow to stand, and decant off clear fluid from sediment.

From The Elements of Bacteriological Technique A Laboratory Guide for Medical, Dental, and Technical Students. Second Edition Rewritten and Enlarged. by Eyre, J. W. H. (John William Henry)