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Recent Examples of charring
Try roasting or lightly charring them before using in food to bring out richer flavor and color.
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Cathy Cassata, Health, 24 Oct. 2025
In all other modes—Air Crisp (air-fry), Bake, Broil, Roast, and Dehydrate—the top heating element and fan are the main source of heat and can handle everything from charring chicken to gently baking cakes.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2025
Burning or charring meat at high heat can also create chemicals linked to a higher cancer risk, according to the National Cancer Institute.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Some of the bodies also showed signs of charring on certain parts of the skeleton, which further supports the theory that the remains were exposed to fire pre-burial, per the researchers.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
In some methods, these processes work by disrupting the combustion cycle, either by charring the fabric, releasing flame-suppressing gases, or creating an insulating layer.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2025
However, examination of charring on the skeletons — which were buried after being tightly folded into squatting positions — showed signs that they had been exposed to low heat over long periods of time, which would have dried out and preserved the bodies.
—Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
The fire burned for 26 days, charring 23,000 acres in Orange and Riverside counties.
—Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 20 Aug. 2025
What To Know In a Sunday update, the Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team said the two fires have burned more than 121,307 acres, with the Elk fire charring 14,635 acres and the Lee fire scorching 106,672 acres.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Aug. 2025
Cathy Cassata, Health, 24 Oct. 2025
In all other modes—Air Crisp (air-fry), Bake, Broil, Roast, and Dehydrate—the top heating element and fan are the main source of heat and can handle everything from charring chicken to gently baking cakes.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2025
Burning or charring meat at high heat can also create chemicals linked to a higher cancer risk, according to the National Cancer Institute.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Some of the bodies also showed signs of charring on certain parts of the skeleton, which further supports the theory that the remains were exposed to fire pre-burial, per the researchers.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
In some methods, these processes work by disrupting the combustion cycle, either by charring the fabric, releasing flame-suppressing gases, or creating an insulating layer.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2025
However, examination of charring on the skeletons — which were buried after being tightly folded into squatting positions — showed signs that they had been exposed to low heat over long periods of time, which would have dried out and preserved the bodies.
—Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
The fire burned for 26 days, charring 23,000 acres in Orange and Riverside counties.
—Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 20 Aug. 2025
What To Know In a Sunday update, the Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team said the two fires have burned more than 121,307 acres, with the Elk fire charring 14,635 acres and the Lee fire scorching 106,672 acres.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charring
Verb
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In the second quarter, the Blazers shot a scorching 9 of 11 from 3-point range.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
25 Oct. 2025
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Le Creuset Stoneware Heritage Rectangular Dish This baking dish is crafted from durable stone that maintains even temperatures and prevents scorching.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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When searing the steak, don’t overcrowd the pan.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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But in Benny Safdie’s searing new drama, Johnson trades in his superhero swagger for emotional fragility, physical vulnerability and unflinching truth.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
26 Sep. 2025
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Content creators and designers alike are using it as the base for side tables, desks, shelving, storage, and even lighting.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2025
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The plans approved by the Landmarks Preservation Commission include a 60-foot helipad, sidewalk and lighting for possible night operations.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Charring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charring. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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