Definitions

baking soda

NOUN

raising agent

Synonyms

WEAK

bicarbonate of soda saleratus sodium bicarbonate

Example Sentences

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The rise of Nomio follows a recent surge in the use of sodium bicarbonate, also known as plain-old baking soda.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

This designation is shared by everyday ingredients such as salt, vinegar, and baking soda.

From Science Daily • Jan. 13, 2026

Whisk the flour, curry powder, baking soda, baking powder, and MSG, if using, together in a medium bowl.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2025

Homegrown hacks - tea bags in shoes, sprinkling baking soda, spraying deodorant - weren't cutting it.

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2025

She and Viola sent a steady stream of beef tea and baking soda poultices to my room.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly