baking soda

noun

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To keep it simple, combine 1 cup of baking soda with 10 drops of your choice of citrus or lavender oil, then sprinkle it over soft surfaces such as carpets or upholstered furniture. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 16 Apr. 2026 For stains that won’t budge, sprinkle baking soda directly on the spot and scrub lightly. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026 For stubborn stains, sprinkle baking soda on the surface and scrub lightly. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026 For stubborn stains, sprinkle baking soda on the affected area and scrub lightly. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for baking soda

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of baking soda was in 1838

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“Baking soda.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baking%20soda. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.

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baking soda

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bak·​ing soda ˈbā-kiŋ- How to pronounce baking soda (audio)
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