sift

Example Sentences

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"If something has come from space, it will likely include metals that will attach to the magnet and the sieves will enable people to sift possible micrometeorites from other materials," Grimes added.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

“There were a lot of wild family dynamics to sift through,” says Aselton, whose previous films as director include “The Freebie” and “Magic Hour.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

In the Wednesday video, he said AI is being used to sift through vast amounts of data in seconds so that U.S. leaders can make decisions faster than the enemy can react.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

But opportunities remain for investors willing to sift through the wreckage on Wall Street.

From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026

My father likes to sift through street castoffs and industrial junk heaps for treasures.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García