funnel
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From a societal standpoint, the purpose of a stock market is to funnel money from millions of savers into giant projects—such as, in the 19th century, railroads.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
These small mesh tents cover less than a square meter of ground and funnel emerging insects into glass jars.
From Science Daily • May 28, 2026
Responders were working to put containment barriers in place to prevent any spilled material from reaching storm drains or river channels that funnel into the ocean.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
If precipitation is forecast, divers are called out to attach a barrier at the other side of the creek, creating a funnel for debris.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
The sounds of swings, running feet, and games rebound against the playground walls and funnel into my tube.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
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