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Definition of bakenext

bake

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verb

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Recent Examples of bake
Noun
Charlotte’s gourmet take-and-bake scene has only grown since CharlotteFive’s Shannon wrote an original guide to local meal prep shops — and a brand-new uptown spot just joined the lineup. Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026 While the potato wedges bake, heat a large skillet over medium-high. Lexi Harrison, Midwest Living, 10 June 2026 Pour into the prepared pan and bake 20 to 25 minutes until set. Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 9 June 2026 To reheat, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer on the stovetop, or bake, covered, in a preheated 350-degree oven until hot throughout, about 20 minutes. Martha Stewart, 9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for bake
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bake
Noun
  • Easier than tomato pie, this drop biscuit-style savory cobbler makes a comforting summer supper.
    Josh Miller, Southern Living, 21 June 2026
  • The property is steps from the lush Boston Common, chef Jamie Bissonnette’s lauded home-style Korean restaurant Somaek, and Yvonne’s for supper-club-meets-speakeasy energy.
    Tanya Edwards, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 June 2026
Verb
  • Another visual for the audience shows the receipt from the funeral home where Fisher was cremated.
    Susan Young, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
  • Stacy's body was cremated within two days of her death, but suspicion arose when Stacy’s mother reported that Hunsucker seemed unusually unfazed by the death and had moved in with a girlfriend shortly after.
    Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Sacramento residents are one step closer to being able to enjoy a joint or a cup of cannabis tea in a space other than their buddy’s mom’s basement (legally, that is).
    Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026
  • Most Americans today are familiar with some of the famous examples, like Bostonians dumping tea in the harbor in response to the Tea Act of 1773.
    Robert Parkinson, The Conversation, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Of that unwanted apparel—about 13 million tons in 2018—85 percent is annually sent to a landfill or incinerated.
    Caity Weaver, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026
  • This rapid heating causes the cell walls to rupture, leading to wilting of the foliage and ultimately killing the plants without completely incinerating them.
    SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026
Noun
  • This glamorous ruffle maxi dress is made for memorable moments—think golden hour photoshoots on a sunset cruise, turning heads at a chic cocktail party, and dancing the night away at a summer wedding.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 23 June 2026
  • Dress it up with heels and statement jewelry for a cocktail party, or keep things casual with a pair of cute sneakers and a denim jacket.
    Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Verb
  • The breakout success of these films has ignited debate across Hollywood about what made these movies so popular, especially among Gen Z moviegoers who haven’t been flocking to cinemas in recent years.
    Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
  • Moore said the nature of the materials inside has made the fire difficult to control, as the foam insulation continues to burn slowly once ignited.
    Iris Salem, CBS News, 20 June 2026
Noun
  • Beat butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy, 2 to 3 minutes.
    Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 24 June 2026
  • Extending the versatility of this mini mixer is Roland’s companion software.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • No video evidence exists to show exactly how the Lachman fire started, much less that Rinderknecht was the one who lit the blaze.
    Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
  • Opt for sconces and hanging lights, rather than lamps or lighting pieces that take up floorspace.
    Vaishnavi Nayel Talawadekar, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026

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“Bake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bake. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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