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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a colander" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when referring to a kitchen utensil used for draining liquids from food such as pasta or vegetables.
Example: "After boiling the pasta, carefully pour it into a colander to drain the water."
Alternatives: "a strainer" or "a sieve".
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A colander.
Drain in a colander.
Hair in a colander.
Put carrots in a colander.
Drain well in a colander.
Drain potatoes in a colander.
Lightly salt, and toss in a colander.
Strain through a colander into a bowl.
Drain in a colander and cool.
Tip into a colander and rinse.
Strain through a colander lined with muslin.
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