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sift

verb

/sɪft/

Meaning

to separate or sort through carefully, often using a sieve or by examining closely

She sifted the flour before adding it to the cake mixture.

sift through

filter, screen, sort, examine, separate

ignore, overlook, neglect

sift flour, sift through evidence, sift carefully, sift information

to talk proudly about one's achievements; to brag

Made or become larger or more extensive.

to discharge or pour out; to vomit; to give up reluctantly

to leave someone trapped and isolated, especially on an island

to make a clear sound like a bell; to call by telephone

to write or draw something quickly and carelessly, making it hard to read