How to Use broiler in a Sentence

broiler

noun
  • Put the steaks under the broiler.
  • Set an oven rack in the top third of the oven and set broiler to high.
    — Tara Duggan, SFChronicle.com, 30 Oct. 2020
  • They can even be used in the broiler and the freezer.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Turn the broiler to high and place the sheet pan on the upper rack.
    — Chris Ross, sandiegouniontribune.com, 2 Oct. 2017
  • Brush bread slices with olive oil, and toast under the broiler.
    — Beth Segal, cleveland, 20 Aug. 2021
  • Pop them under the broiler for a s'mores-like dessert.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Place an oven rack in the top third of the oven and preheat the broiler.
    — Sara Moulton, The Seattle Times, 26 Apr. 2017
  • Remove from the broiler and serve.
    — Linda Gassenheimer, Boston Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
  • The oven is self-cleaning, and there’s an in-oven broiler, too.
    — Kat De Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2023
  • Take the gratin out of the broiler and let cool for 5 minutes.
    — Christian Reynoso, SFChronicle.com, 25 June 2020
  • Turn the broiler to high; put the rack 4 inches from the heat.
    — Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 23 Sep. 2022
  • Turn on the broiler and hit the tops of the crocks until the cheese is browned in spots.
    — Bill St. John, The Denver Post, 6 Nov. 2019
  • This can be used in all types of ovens and also under the broiler.
    — Chris Hachey, BGR, 1 July 2021
  • The recipe does get some time under the broiler to finish it off.
    — Detroit Free Press, 11 Mar. 2018
  • Tofu is great on the grill, in a grill pan and under the broiler!
    — Jamie Wilson, Good Housekeeping, 15 Dec. 2016
  • Remove the baking sheets from the oven and turn the broiler to high.
    — Marian Bull, WSJ, 24 Sep. 2020
  • Remove from the broiler and rub each slice with the cut side of the garlic.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 9 Aug. 2019
  • The dish is cooked under the broiler and comes with a side of tartar sauce.
    — Christina Tkacik, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 June 2025
  • If desired, place the pan under the broiler to brown the cheese.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 12 Feb. 2023
  • The best option for broiling is a broiler pan.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
  • Place filet mignon steaks on the unheated rack of the broiler pan.
    — Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2026
  • If desired, place the pan under the broiler to brown the cheese.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 5 Sep. 2025
  • If desired, place the pan under the broiler to brown the cheese.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Yes, aluminum foil can be used under the broiler.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
  • This griddle is dishwasher-, oven- and broiler-safe.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2025
  • Heat the broiler to high and set an oven rack 6 to 8 inches from the heat.
    — Sarah Copeland, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Dec. 2023
  • Place a baking steel or stone in the top third of the oven and preheat the broiler.
    — Katie Parla, Saveur, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Set aside and heat the broiler (turn the oven grill setting to medium-high).
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Nov. 2021
  • Some are fast-growing broilers, raised largely for their meat.
    — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
  • When using the broiler, keep a close eye on things; the cheese can burn quickly.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 22 Jan. 2026

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