Separate out
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Separation
Used when actually dividing items into different places or containers.
After baking, she separated out the burnt cookies to throw them away.
Pro Tip 2/3Sorting Task
Often involves organizing items based on color, type, size, etc.
Can you separate out the red marbles from this mixed pile?
Pro Tip 3/3Choice Implication
Suggests a deliberate choice to focus on or use specific items.
She needed to separate out the ripe tomatoes for the salad.
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