How to Use microwave in a Sentence

microwave

1 of 2 noun
  • The apartment came with a microwave.
  • But not all glass is safe for microwave use.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Aim to steam clean your microwave once a week.
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Medicine stored on top of microwave in kitchen.
    — Staff Reports, Florida Times-Union, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Which brand makes the best microwaves?
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Most microwaves come with three to five stages.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Shake well, and then spray and wipe down the microwave.
    — Emily Hayes, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
  • The microwave comes in very handy for both fresh and frozen spinach.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Use a damp cloth to wipe the microwave clean and then dry it with a cloth.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 27 May 2026
  • Use a damp cloth to wipe the microwave clean and then dry it with a cloth.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Read on for the steps to clean your microwave and how to keep it clean longer.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • Many microwaves have vents on the back or sides, but some do have vents on top.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
  • They can be heated up in the microwave.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • The inside of the oven and the microwave at the sushi bar.
    — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
  • So why not use a dryer sheet to clean your microwave?
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Leave the door open until the microwave is dry.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Top with grated cheese and heat in oven or microwave.
    — CBS News, 28 May 2026
  • Place candy melts in a small microwave-safe bowl.
    — Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Once your microwave is clean, a few small habits can help keep it that way for longer.
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 5 Apr. 2026
  • To reheat, place them in the oven or microwave.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 14 May 2026
  • Do not put stainless steel stones in the microwave.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Cut them in half and place in a microwave safe bowl with the water.
    — cleveland, 11 Sep. 2023
  • One of my favorite metaphors is the microwave.
    — Dr. Rina Koshkina, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
  • Warm it up in the microwave for the tastiest next-day bites!
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
  • Dry it with a clean towel, and place it back in the microwave.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • One used the microwave, one got coffee, and one got ice.
    — Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Thaw in the microwave, and then crisp and heat through in a skillet.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2023
  • They can be found on the bottom side of over-the-range microwaves.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
  • They can be found on the bottom side of over-the-range microwaves.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2026
  • They can be found on the bottom side of over-the-range microwaves.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025

microwave

2 of 2 verb
  • The first is to moisten the sponge and microwave it for a minute.
    — Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 13 Feb. 2021
  • Heat the whole thing in a large frying pan, or just microwave it.
    — Ula Chrobak, Outside Online, 9 Feb. 2021
  • Just microwave them in the steam-safe bag for a hot meal in minutes.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Show of hands, how many of our kids have tried to microwave aluminum foil?
    — Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 7 June 2026
  • As for the rice, there's no shame in microwaving a bag to save time.
    — Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Bugs can be microwaved, steamed, boiled, roasted, frozen, or minced to death.
    — WIRED, 16 Mar. 2023
  • Add green beans to the bowl, cover again and microwave on high for 1 minute.
    — cleveland, 11 Sep. 2023
  • Make a large batch and freeze extras to be microwaved on busy mornings.
    — Women's Health, 1 May 2023
  • The set comes with four cups that are dishwasher and microwave safe.
    — Maya Polton, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2022
  • Simply microwave it to warm a hot dish, or freeze it to keep others cold.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
  • Eggs can get tough and rubbery when microwaved; too much moisture is lost.
    — Julia Levy, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2024
  • Then quickly microwave them at breakfast time, served with a piece of fresh fruit.
    — Melissa Rayworth, Houston Chronicle, 14 Aug. 2019
  • Stainless steel, copper, and steel bowls are not microwave safe.
    — Michelle Rostamian, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2023
  • Wrap the tofu in a clean dish towel and microwave on high for 1 minute.
    — Washington Post, 9 Dec. 2021
  • Place potatoes on a plate and microwave at high for 4 minutes.
    — ExpressNews.com, 2 Nov. 2020
  • If there are odors, microwave a bowl of water with a quarter-cup of lemon juice for one minute.
    — oregonlive, 23 Mar. 2021
  • Slice a few lemons, add them to a bowl of water, and microwave the bowl for five to ten minutes.
    — Audrey Bruno, SELF, 4 Nov. 2017
  • Don’t be tempted to dump it straight into a pot on the stove (or worse, microwave it for eons).
    — Susan Choung, Good Housekeeping, 25 Aug. 2023
  • Many, many, many Gen Zers want their career to be microwaved.
    — Harvard Business Review, 30 Dec. 2025
  • And the moisture can create bigger cracks if the item is microwaved.
    — J.a. Kohl, Good Housekeeping, 6 Mar. 2020
  • Case in point, her baby blue microwave that matches her apartment theme to a tee.
    — Essence, 18 July 2022
  • For easy care, the 7-ounce mugs are dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe.
    — Jessica Comstock, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2024
  • Butter should be soft to the touch — if not, microwave for a few seconds — and cheese cool but not cold.
    — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 16 Dec. 2021
  • Never, ever microwave or freeze squeeze toys.
    — Samantha Neely, Freep.com, 25 Mar. 2026
  • In the meantime, microwave a pouch of brown rice, and stir it in before serving.
    — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Cover the bowl with a lid or plate, and microwave on high for about 20 seconds.
    — Christopher Michel, Country Living, 20 Jan. 2021
  • Cute idea, but the instructions say to take the plastic off a tray of caramel and then microwave the tray.
    — Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 27 Sep. 2022
  • Do not microwave sponges that have a metallic component.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2025
  • Try lightly sauteing it in a bit of oil or simply microwaving it.
    — Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Poke sweet potatoes with a fork and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 27 Jan. 2024

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