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Recent Examples of microwave
Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026
Above that secondary counter, the microwave remains at the ready for quick cooking and reheating.
—New Atlas, 15 Apr. 2026
Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
MuWave is accelerating commercialization of fusion energy by offering solutions to microwave heating and current drive systems, and will also target to solve the THz gap to unlock many other use cases for microwave wave systems.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 22 Jan. 2026
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Noun
In their setup, the MIT researchers measured the NV center’s fluorescence using a laser and its electron spin using a microwave antenna.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026
Above that secondary counter, the microwave remains at the ready for quick cooking and reheating.
—New Atlas, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
In the meantime, microwave a pouch of brown rice, and stir it in before serving.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
MuWave is accelerating commercialization of fusion energy by offering solutions to microwave heating and current drive systems, and will also target to solve the THz gap to unlock many other use cases for microwave wave systems.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for microwave
Noun
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The five-bedroom features coffered ceilings, walnut floors, a fireplace, French doors, and a kitchen with a stove nook, a pot filler, and a butler’s pantry.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
13 Apr. 2026
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That’s going to complicate things and cool down any hot stove action.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These run on electricity, which activates a magnetic field that heats pans and food but leaves burners cool to the touch.—
Marni Jameson,
Arkansas Online,
10 Apr. 2026
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Crafted from enameled cast iron, the dish is designed to provide steady, even heat for cooking meats and vegetables.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In a Dutch oven or other large pot over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter.—
Kate Williams,
AJC.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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Fresh pans of cobbler come out of the oven as people gather inside and outside to enjoy a taste.—
Nakell Williams,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This smart toaster is designed to evenly toast bagels, bread, waffles and more from edge to edge, delivering a crisp exterior while keeping the inside soft.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Designed with a slim, space-saving profile, this streamlined toaster fits seamlessly into any kitchen.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Ironing or steaming clothes after a long travel day.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Apr. 2026
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And yet somehow they've been relegated to the back of the plate for years, steamed into submission and served without fanfare.—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Place filet mignon steaks on the unheated rack of the broiler pan.—
Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
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Others have a broiler drawer that reaches very high temperatures for searing or toasting.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Black Sails’ journey from indie roaster to pop up to brick-and-mortar has been nothing less than turbulent, involving multiple frustrated attempts and a personal tragedy.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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Schultz joined Starbucks in 1982 as director of retail operations and marketing, when the company was still a small Seattle roaster selling whole-bean coffee.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
12 Mar. 2026
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Elsewhere in the kitchen, two roaches scaled the wall over the three-compartment sink; two moseyed across a cookline table near the microwave oven; one climbed the wall behind the stove; and one went solo under a cookline table.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2026
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In practical terms, more direct exposure would come from using a hair dryer in the morning or waiting in front of a microwave oven for your popcorn to finish.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Microwave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/microwave. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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