Separate out

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verb

To put aside or split a part of something from the rest.

He separated out the blue candies from the rest.
Visual representation of "separate out" - To put aside or split a part of something from the rest

Often appears as...

  • separate out the trash
  • separate out the items
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Visual representation of "separate out"
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Physical Separation

Used when actually dividing items into different places or containers.

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After baking, she separated out the burnt cookies to throw them away.
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Sorting Task

Often involves organizing items based on color, type, size, etc.

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Can you separate out the red marbles from this mixed pile?
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Choice Implication

Suggests a deliberate choice to focus on or use specific items.

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She needed to separate out the ripe tomatoes for the salad.
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