funnel
Example Sentences
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Researchers focused on identifying the exact position of Saturn's cusp -- a region where magnetic field lines bend back toward the poles and allow charged particles to funnel into the atmosphere.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
Newman called the Neo a “strategic on-ramp product” that can “expand the funnel of users who can then be monetized through Apple’s higher-margin services platform.”
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
Scientists are interested in these areas of deep water and steep mountains because they can funnel nutrient-rich water up to the surface, providing feeding grounds for animals or as fishing spots.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
The marketing agent drafts and schedules social media posts, builds basic email newsletter copy and helps funnel fans toward ticket purchases and mailing lists.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026
I let go, and plunge into the funnel, finally ready to know the unknowable depths of Challenger Deep.
From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman
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