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Sort out/separate the wheat from the chaff

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Metaphorical OriginPlay
Understand this idiom's origin from separating grain (wheat) from inedible parts (chaff) during harvesting. SlideAncient farming practices involved winnowing to sort out the wheat from the chaff.
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Evaluation ContextPlay
Use this phrase when describing a process of evaluating quality, performance, or suitability of individuals or things. SlideThe audition was a chance to sort out the wheat from the chaff among actors.
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Non-Literal UsePlay
Remember, it's about figuratively separating the good from the bad, not literally dividing grains. SlideBefore we launch, let's sort out the wheat from the chaff in these marketing strategies.