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toaster

noun

Definition of toaster

as in microwave

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Recent Examples of toaster 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 The direct heat from coils in a toaster provides the bread with access to higher temperatures due to proximity. — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for toaster

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Noun

For example, some parts of a serving platter may be dishwasher or microwave-safe, while other pieces may be hand-wash only.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026
Using a microwave to heat water for tea can result in uneven heating and affect the tea’s flavor and quality.

— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 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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