How to Use baking soda in a Sentence

baking soda

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Definition of baking sodanext
  • If the dirt is stubborn, try a paste of vinegar and baking soda.
    — The Editors Of House Beautiful, House Beautiful, 10 Aug. 2021
  • There are plans to forge a volcano from baking soda and vinegar and dish soap.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 27 July 2021
  • Wait until the baking soda stops fizzing, then turn on the hot-water faucet to flush out the drainpipe.
    — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 10 Aug. 2021
  • Once the clog has been cleared, sprinkle baking soda down the sink drain, followed by a pot of boiling water.
    — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 10 Aug. 2021
  • Repeat this baking soda treatment once a month to reduce the chance of another clog.
    — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 10 Aug. 2021
  • In a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt and baking soda.
    — Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2021
  • Sprinkle baking soda or salt generously over the stain to absorb the oil.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 28 July 2024
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 13 Aug. 2021
  • This mix of baking soda and essential oils neutralizes odors and leaves a light, refreshing scent.
    — Carolyn Forte, Good Housekeeping, 17 Aug. 2021
  • Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
    — Amy Drew Thompson, orlandosentinel.com, 28 July 2021
  • In a medium bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and kosher salt, then whisk to combine; set aside.
    — Taylor Murray, Good Housekeeping, 29 July 2021
  • Sprinkle fresh coffee grounds or baking soda loosely in a large, shallow container in the bottom of the unit.
    — Emma Stein, Detroit Free Press, 14 Aug. 2021
  • Make the pound cake: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
    — Beth Segal, cleveland, 6 Aug. 2021
  • Consuming too much baking soda, which has an alkaline pH of about 8.3, is when things can get thrown out of whack.
    — Kristen Rogers, CNN, 9 Aug. 2024
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt until combined.
    — Washington Post, 11 Aug. 2021
  • Allow the baking soda solution to sit for about 15 minutes before wiping it off.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2024
  • To test your baking soda, combine ½ cup hot water, ¼ teaspoon white vinegar and ¼ teaspoon baking soda.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 18 Apr. 2024
  • Step 4: Vacuuming the mattress again to remove the baking soda residue.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 19 July 2024
  • In medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt and nutmeg.
    — Kate Merker, Good Housekeeping, 12 Aug. 2021
  • Place a sieve over the bowl and sift in the flour, spice mix, baking soda, and salt.
    — Aleksandra Crapanzano, The Atlantic, 28 Sep. 2022
  • Stir the baking soda into the water and put it on the heat to boil.
    — Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 1 Nov. 2022
  • The baking soda will kill the fungal spores and the oil is used as a sticker to hold the spray on the leaves longer.
    — oregonlive, 12 Dec. 2021
  • Pour the baking soda down the drain, then slowly add the white vinegar.
    — Andrea Crowley, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2022
  • Try a lukewarm bath with a half cup or so of baking soda.
    — Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, 17 July 2022
  • Let the baking soda or salt sit on the stain for at least 30 minutes or overnight if the stain is heavier.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 16 Aug. 2023
  • Take the toy out of its bag, shake off excess baking soda.
    — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2024
  • For pesky rust spots, mix baking soda and water to form a thick paste.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2021
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and salt.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Dec. 2021
  • While the baking soda in your baked goods will react with both types of acid, the flavor simply won’t be the same.
    — Carly Westerfield, Bon Appétit, 27 Sep. 2023
  • If this happens, apply a paste of baking soda and water to the spots with a soft cloth.
    — Carolyn Forté, Good Housekeeping, 16 Dec. 2022

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