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Definition of bakenext

bake

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verb

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Recent Examples of bake
Noun
Korth said that the bake out was partially successful on Saturday, with Orion emptying out about half of its toilet tank. Tariq Malik, Space.com, 5 Apr. 2026 Layer chocolate wafer cookie crumbs and the smooth cream cheese mixture into lined muffin tins and bake until the filling is set. Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026 Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake until set, about 25 minutes. Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026 Sweet Potato Toast Slice sweet potatoes into thin, long pieces and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes. Merve Ceylan, Health, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bake
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bake
Noun
  • The family-friendly location sits right on the Black River, and breakfast and supper at the dining hall are included in the nightly rate.
    Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
  • If a sandwich for supper doesn't excite you, try these crunchy and gooey paninis filled with cheese, chicken, and pesto.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • According to the plea agreement, from as early as September 2019 through October 2023, Carie Hallford and her husband failed to cremate or bury at least 190 bodies, despite having collected more than $130,000 from grieving families for funeral services that were never provided.
    Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
  • But no autopsy was completed, Wilson said, and Susan had his body cremated within 24 hours.
    Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The Bowie House also has added a Sunday tea in April and part of May.
    Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
  • The top tier were the healthiest plant foods — whole grains, fruits, vegetables, vegetable oils, nuts, legumes, and tea and coffee.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Children have been incinerated.
    Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
  • Solar recycling innovation Global plastic production exceeds 400 million tonnes annually, yet only about 18 percent is recycled, leaving the majority to be incinerated, landfilled, or released into natural ecosystems.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Both Katie and Greg get lucky after attending Walt’s cocktail party.
    Erin Qualey, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Whether the invite is for afternoon tea, a cookout, a cocktail party, or a graduation, a good floral dress will always ace the dress code.
    Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • It was blamed for igniting the Coal Seam Fire which burned more than 10,000 acres and destroyed 28 homes in 2002.
    Logan Smith, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
  • French counterterrorism prosecutors also said the plot to ignite an explosive device outside the Paris headquarters of Bank of America appears to be linked to HAYI, but a firm link has not yet been established.
    Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Either toughen up or use a mixer.
    Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
  • The day starts with a one-hour pilates class, followed by a mixer with health and wellness vendors, food and drinks.
    Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Luis Javier Gallegos, 28, was arrested on Friday after allegedly lighting fires in four stores, including Nordstrom Rack, True Religion, Marshall's and North Face, resulting in the evacuation and brief closure of the popular Inland Empire mall.
    Austin Turner, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
  • At one point, pro-Disney workers showed up with baseball bats and gasoline cans, poured out the gasoline, and threatened to light the picket line on fire.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026

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“Bake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bake. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.

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