strain liquid

Frequency: 6.24.0 per million words

To remove solid parts from a liquid by passing it through a device like a sieve.

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Examples (10)

  • Drain the octopus and reserve the cooking liquid.
  • Strain the fruit through a sieve, discarding the liquid.
  • Drain (off) the liquid from the meat into a cup.
  • Carefully strain the hot liquid into a clean bowl.
  • You need to strain the liquid to remove any impurities.
  • After boiling, strain the liquid to separate the solids.
  • She used a fine-mesh sieve to strain the herbal liquid.
  • Remember to strain the cooking liquid before making the sauce.
  • The recipe requires you to strain the blended liquid for a smooth consistency.
  • Don't forget to strain the excess liquid from the vegetables.