strainer

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This method works with anything with holes, such as a straw hat, a strainer, a cheese grater or even a perforated spoon.

From New York Times • Apr. 7, 2024

Use whatever strainer you have: Perhaps a fine-mesh, a collander set over another pot or — if you happen to inexplicably have access to a restaurant — a tamis or a chinois.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2024

Drain in a fine-mesh strainer, rinse under cool water and drain again.

From Washington Times • Dec. 1, 2023

In a kitchen blender, puree the watermelon well, and strain through a fine mesh strainer.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 22, 2023

I watch as she spoons loose tea into a strainer and pours the boiling water over it into two cups.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline