baking soda
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of baking soda
An Americanism dating back to 1880–85
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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
Homegrown hacks - tea bags in shoes, sprinkling baking soda, spraying deodorant - weren't cutting it.
From BBC • Sep. 27, 2025
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2025
She was vaguely aware that she was here to get a box of baking soda for the home economics teacher.
From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez
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