toaster

noun

Definition of toasternext
as in microwave

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Recent Examples of toaster Investigators with the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal later reviewed Ring camera footage from inside the home, which showed the family’s dog, Bo, jumping onto the kitchen counter before inadvertently activating the toaster. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026 Investigators said the footage showed one of the family’s dogs climbing onto the counter and pawing at items near the toaster, helping deputy state fire marshals determine the fire’s point of origin and ultimately rule its cause as accidental. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 14 July 2026 The dog that switched on the toaster was one of the two that were rescued by neighbors. — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026 To prevent an excess of crumbs in your toaster, always shake and brush off pastries or other crumbly items before placing them inside. — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for toaster
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toaster
  1. microwave
  2. oven
  3. stove
  4. broiler
  5. roaster
Noun
  • The only problem would be in the microwave to get the pastry heated up, if a worker used it for personal use.
    — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Its size reflects the Luna Nook's use as a vacation home, rather than full-time residence, and is equipped with a sink, an induction cooktop, a microwave, a small fridge, and a good selection of cabinetry and shelving for its size.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of microwave
Noun
  • Either thaw them at room temperature or reheat them by wrapping frozen muffins or loaves in foil and placing them in a 300ºF oven for 12 to 15 minutes (muffins) or up to 30 minutes (loaves) until heated through.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Cover with aluminum foil, and bake in preheated oven 40 minutes.
    — Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of oven
Noun
  • An open floor plan and exposed solid wood beams set a lovely tone for this beautiful home, as does the vintage wood-burning stove and Dutch-style farm doors.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Its open-plan layout includes a freestanding wood-burning stove, pale wood floors, and a kitchen with a waterfall island and flat-front cabinets, plus a primary bedroom and bunk room.
    — The Week US, TheWeek, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of stove
Noun
  • Earlier models suggested the effect would have resembled a worldwide broiler that was potentially deadly to exposed, thin-skinned animals, but not powerful enough to ignite vegetation across the globe.
    — Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Whole-milk low-moisture mozzarella melts beautifully without adding excess moisture, creating enticing, leopard-like spots after a quick trip under the broiler.
    — Rachel Dolfi, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 July 2026
Definition of broiler
Noun
  • In a collaboration with a local coffee roaster that’s also informed by his Hmong heritage, Minneapolis chef Yia Vang developed this earthy, spicy steak rub.
    — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026
  • The Holopireks found a coffee roaster, Foxen Coffee out of Monett, to use in the shop for both hot and iced beverages.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
Definition of roaster

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