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siphon

[sahy-fuhn] / ˈsaɪ fən /
NOUN
pipe
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The judge described the diversion of public funds as a gross abuse of public trust and said proxy companies and associates were used to siphon money from the projects.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Banks have said it leaves room for interest-like reward structures for popular tokens that could siphon deposits and limit their ability to lend.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Yet higher gas prices could siphon money away from other retailers in the next few months if they persist.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

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 clam’s siphon came into view; they saw the aperture through which its neck had retreated.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson




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