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funnelled

/ˈfʌnəld/ /ˈfʌnl̩d/

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verb

To use a funnel.

Examples :

"The student carefully funnelled the juice from the pitcher into the glass. "

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verb

To proceed through a narrow gap or passageway akin to a funnel; to condense or narrow.

Examples :

"Expect delays where the traffic funnels down to one lane."

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verb

To channel, direct, or focus (emotions, money, resources, etc.).

Examples :

"Our taxes are being funnelled into pointless government initiatives."

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verb

To consume (beer, etc.) rapidly through a funnel, typically as a stunt at a party.

Examples :

"At the college party, Mark funnelled a beer in under ten seconds to the cheers of his friends. "

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