How to Use waxed paper in a Sentence

waxed paper

noun
Definition of waxed papernext
  • Return the dough to the bowl and cover with waxed paper.
    — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 31 July 2020
  • Line a baking sheet with a piece of waxed paper and set aside.
    — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 15 June 2021
  • The first is peeling a strip from its waxed paper sheet.
    — CNN, 26 May 2022
  • But some can be wrapped in waxed paper and foil to freeze for a treat later in winter.
    — Carol Deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 21 Oct. 2021
  • Once the cookies are cool, place in tins, lined with parchment or waxed paper.
    — Jennifer McClellan, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2022
  • The waxed paper will prevent glue from dripping all over the clamps and workbench.
    — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 14 Dec. 2022
  • Step two was to pack sandwiches and snacks wrapped in waxed paper.
    — Patricia Harris, BostonGlobe.com, 23 June 2023
  • Shape dough into 2 disks and roll each between 2 sheets of waxed paper to ⅛ inch thick.
    — Anna Helm Baxter, Woman's Day, 15 Dec. 2022
  • Shape dough into 2 disks and roll each between 2 sheets of waxed paper to ⅛ inch thick.
    — Anna Helm Baxter, Woman's Day, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Shape dough into 2 disks and roll each between 2 sheets of waxed paper to 1/8 inch thick.
    — Kate Merker, Good Housekeeping, 9 Dec. 2020
  • Divide the dough into four to five logs about 6-inches long and wrap in waxed paper.
    — Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 10 Dec. 2021
  • Stand the connected pieces on end on a piece of parchment or waxed paper.
    — Christopher Michel, Country Living, 8 Sep. 2020
  • Protect your work area with waxed paper, then roll out air-dry clay ($6, Target) to about 1/4-inch thick.
    — Lauren Hedrick, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2020
  • Let dry on waxed paper and, if desired, dip the bottom in a solid color.
    — Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2020
  • Lay out the nine wooden pieces on a sheet of waxed paper, alternating the ash and mahogany strips.
    — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 14 Dec. 2022
  • Cut small point off bottom of piping tip and trace webs onto waxed paper.
    — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, 30 July 2020
  • Wrap each caramel in twist of waxed paper and place in decorative tin tied with ribbon.
    — Thanksgiving.com, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2021
  • Cut pieces of parchment, foil or waxed paper to fit the bottom and in between layers of fudge for your container.
    — Rita Nader Heikenfeld, The Enquirer, 16 Dec. 2022
  • Let dry for a couple of days, then iron each leaf between two pieces of waxed paper to enhance the color of the leaf, using a pressing cloth to keep wax off the iron.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2022
  • Known for its famous no-frills signature ground round burgers served on a piece of waxed paper, the burgers are still served that way.
    — Sue Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 5 Oct. 2021
  • If setting it aside, press waxed paper directly onto the dough and cover the bowl with a kitchen towel.
    — Carol Deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 21 Oct. 2021
  • Transfer to wire rack set over waxed paper to drain; repeat with remaining dough.
    — Rally Pizza, Woman's Day, 9 Oct. 2020
  • Simply layer on tissue paper and waxed paper, then let your hair dryer do the work!
    — Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2022
  • Place finished marble icing cookies on wire racks, set over waxed paper, to dry.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Nov. 2022
  • Let cake cool in pan 5 minutes, then invert onto wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet or waxed paper and remove pan.
    — Kate Merker, Good Housekeeping, 3 Mar. 2021
  • Wrap each ooey, gooey good caramel in twist of waxed paper, and present them in a mason jar decorated with pretty ribbon.
    — Thanksgiving.com, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2021
  • After a couple of minutes, remove the candles from the cold water and place them on waxed paper to dry completely.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2021
  • Using buttered hands, form the mixture into 8 balls and place on waxed paper and let cool completely.
    — People Staff, Peoplemag, 31 Oct. 2022
  • For easier cleanup, line the baking sheet or tray with parchment paper, waxed paper, or plastic wrap before adding the food.
    — Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2022
  • In business since 1941, Miller's is known for its famous no-frills signature juicy ground round burgers topped with or without cheese and served on a white bun in waxed paper.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 13 Nov. 2022

Some of these examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'waxed paper.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Last Updated: