microwaving

Definition of microwavingnext
present participle of microwave
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for microwaving
Verb
  • Since heat on induction stovetops need the right cookware to begin heating, the top is safe to the touch when turned on and without the pot or pan on the burner.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 4 May 2026
  • In a simple demonstration, a Bluetooth connection worked normally at low temperatures but was cut off after heating.
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 3 May 2026
Verb
  • Canvas When steaming canvas, Stern recommends a strong steam setting.
    Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026
  • Ideal for reheating leftovers and frozen food, steaming food in the microwave, and at-a-glance food storage for easy grab and go.
    ABC News, ABC News, 1 May 2026
Verb
  • The program, known as MARINER — Macroalgae Research Inspiring Novel Energy Resources — consisted of projects ranging from developing heat-resistant kelp strains that can withstand warming oceans to studies on seaweed genomes.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 May 2026
  • But until now, researchers weren’t sure what effect all those plastic particles were having on an already warming climate.
    Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 4 May 2026
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“Microwaving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/microwaving. Accessed 10 May. 2026.

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