Strain and Sifting

Strain

Strain verb - To injure by overuse, misuse, or pressure.

Sifting is a synonym for strain. In some cases you can replace term "Sifting" with "Strain", this verbs are similar.

Nearby Words: strained, straining, strainer

Sifting

Sifting noun - The act of separating grain from chaff.
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Synonyms for Sifting

Strain is a synonym for sifting in take out residue topic. You can use "Strain" instead a verb "Sifting".

Nearby Words: sift, sifted, sifter
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