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filtration

British

/ fɪlˈtreɪʃən /

noun

the act or process of filtering

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filtration Scientific

/ fĭl-trā′shən /

The act or process of filtering, especially the process of passing a liquid or gas, such as air, through a filter in order to remove solid particles.

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The ruling was specifically on a case brought by a filtration company in Tennessee, Atmus Filtration, but the judge said he will be the only one to hear cases about refunds.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Additional eco-friendly luxury features are the “water vapor fireplaces,” built-in water filtration, and air ventilation system, which “ensure a healthy lifestyle at all times.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

The Swiss pharma major said Friday that phase 3 trials showed Vanrafia improved filtration rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

Lifeguard Marc Levy told AFP the mobile pool was "surprising", operating like any other with a heat pump, drainage and filtration system.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

“Food stores and water filtration, treated and sealed for arrival on Sagan.”

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera

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