Comb and Winnow

Comb

Comb verb - To look through (as a place) carefully or thoroughly in an effort to find or discover something.

Winnow and comb are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Winnow" instead a verb "Comb".

Nearby Words: combo, combed, comber, combing, combe

Winnow

Winnow verb - Separate the chaff from by using air currents.
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Synonyms for Winnow

Comb and winnow are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Comb" instead a verb "Winnow".

Nearby Words: winnowing, winnower
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