siphon

Example Sentences

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Software stocks are finally making a tentative comeback after being pummeled by fears that artificial intelligence could siphon business away.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

The alleged scam, and others like it, led to extensive soul-searching by streaming services on how to better protect artists from people abusing AI to siphon off royalty payments.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 16, 2025

Now, a slew of LNG terminals are under construction and set to siphon prodigious amounts of natural gas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 13, 2025

Corruption can siphon funds meant for health infrastructure, drug procurement or service delivery.

From Salon • Jul. 1, 2025

“We’ll siphon out a couple gallons from each jug and pour it in those empties.”

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool