sifting

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But if you’re not feeling patriotic—or feel like you might just need a backup for Team USA on the off-chance they don’t go all the way, here’s our guide to sifting through the field.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Still, sifting through BDCs for winners feels like a dangerous business right now.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

On Sunday, about 10 forensics workers were seen sifting through material on Coldharbour Lane at the site of the shooting, which the BBC was told is often used to host barbecues.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

But most are not well versed in sifting through medical research, and separating high-quality evidence from anecdotes and hunches.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

He was on one crutch, sifting through the mail on the kitchen table.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen