How to Use nonreactive in a Sentence

nonreactive

adjective
  • Combine milk and cream with salt in a nonreactive saucepan and bring to a boil.
    — Jeremy Harlan, CNN, 10 Mar. 2021
  • Place apples in a nonreactive saucepan, pour juice over, and bring to a boil.
    — Jonathan Kauffman, WSJ, 22 Oct. 2020
  • That’s why most copper pots are lined with a nonreactive metal.
    — Kathleen Purvis, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean, nonreactive mixing bowl.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2025
  • Put the slices in a nonreactive saucepan, add enough water to cover them well and bring to a simmer.
    — Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 9 Dec. 2020
  • In a nonreactive saucepan over medium high heat, add strips of orange peel and the juice from that orange.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2025
  • To a small nonreactive pot, add ¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons of water and bring to a boil.
    — Adam and Toby Diltz, Saveur, 1 May 2025
  • Place wings in a nonreactive bowl or a sealable plastic bag, add the buttermilk and toss to coat.
    — Chuck Blount, ExpressNews.com, 25 Jan. 2021
  • Place wings and buttermilk in a nonreactive bowl or a sealable plastic bag, and toss to coat.
    — Chuck Blount, ExpressNews.com, 25 Jan. 2021
  • Put vinegar, 3 cups water and salt in a large nonreactive pot over medium-high heat.
    — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 16 July 2020
  • In a medium glass, stainless steel or ceramic (nonreactive) bowl, toss the fish with lime juice, olive oil, oregano and salt.
    — Washington Post, 25 Aug. 2021
  • Toss with the salt and juniper berries in a large nonreactive bowl until thoroughly combined.
    — Bill St. John, The Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2020
  • In a nonreactive bowl, toss ears of corn with remaining olive oil, Aleppo pepper and salt.
    — John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 3 June 2024
  • In a small, nonreactive saucepan combine cider vinegar, water, sriracha, sugar, and salt.
    — David Bonom, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2022
  • Fill a wide, shallow nonreactive bowl or casserole dish with buttermilk.
    — Tara Duggan, SFChronicle.com, 30 Oct. 2020
  • Step 2 To a small nonreactive pot, add ¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons of water and bring to a boil.
    — Adam and Toby Diltz, Saveur, 1 May 2025
  • Place a fine-mesh strainer over a nonreactive bowl and, using a rubber spatula, press the purée through the strainer.
    — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 25 May 2021
  • In large nonreactive saucepan combine the water, vinegars, sugar, salt.
    — Annie Peterson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2022
  • Set a large nonreactive colander in an extra-large nonreactive bowl.
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023
  • These pots and pans have a slick, nonporous chemical coating along the inside that creates a nonreactive surface that keeps food from sticking.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 13 July 2023
  • Add to a nonreactive bowl, such as glass, stir to combine, then cover with plastic wrap or a large plate and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
    — Washington Post, 11 June 2021
  • Combine the strawberries, wine, sugar, lemon juice, orange zest, orange juice and star anise in a medium, nonreactive saucepan.
    — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 25 May 2021
  • Place in single layer in nonreactive 9-by-13-inch baking pan.
    — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 18 Aug. 2025
  • Ground volcanic-rock beaches could help turn carbon dioxide into nonreactive limestone.
    — Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 11 June 2020
  • In medium nonreactive saucepan, combine mashed strawberries, sugar, and red wine vinegar.
    — Krissa Rossbund, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2021
  • Be sure to use a stainless-steel, enamel, or other nonreactive pot to cook artichokes to prevent discoloration or off-flavors.
    — Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2024
  • Combine the cream, milk, 1 ½ cups of the sugar and the vanilla bean in a heavy nonreactive saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
    — April Goess, San Antonio Express-News, 13 July 2022
  • In a nonreactive bowl or resealable plastic bag, combine the coconut milk, soy sauce, vinegar, red pepper flakes, bay leaves and peppercorns.
    — Beth Dooley Special To The Star Tribune, Star Tribune, 27 Jan. 2021
  • The enamel is nonreactive, nonporous, and also resists stains, rust, scratches, and smell absorption.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2026
  • Combine the first four ingredients in a heatproof, nonreactive mixing bowl over a pan of simmering water (do not allow the bowl to touch the water).
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2025

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