Screen Out (Verb)
Meaning
Examine in order to test suitability; "screen these samples"; "screen the job applicants".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The hiring team will screen out the unqualified candidates to select the best ones for a job interview.
- The research scientists will screen out the samples to find the most suitable one for the experiment.
- The judges at the talent show will screen out the contestants who don't meet the required standards.
- The doctors screen out potential donors to ensure they meet the necessary health and safety requirements.
- To increase the efficiency of the recruitment process, the HR department uses automated software to screen out unqualified job applicants.