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brew up

British  

verb

  1. to make tea, esp out of doors or in informal circumstances

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noun

  1. a making of tea

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Storms can brew up with terrifying speed and anyone caught above tree line is going to feel dangerously close to the action.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2025

But, while the usual city-centre storm will brew up for England's arrival, this trip to Cardiff is unique.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2025

However, if you’re looking to brew up a batch of mulled wine for an upcoming holiday party or can’t make it in to visit Knee High, Miller says making it at home is quite easy.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 14, 2023

Troy comes to town, looking to spot any kind of success Shane Beamer is trying to brew up.

From Fox News • Oct. 1, 2021

“Would you ask her to brew up a pot?”

From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler

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