Rule out and Winnow out

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Rule out verb - Dismiss from consideration or a contest.

Usage example: John was ruled out as a possible suspect because he had a strong alibi

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Winnow out is a synonym for rule out. In some cases you can use "Winnow out" instead a verb "Rule out".

Winnow out verb - Dismiss from consideration or a contest.

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Rule out is a synonym for winnow out. You can use "Rule out" instead a verb "Winnow out".

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