cup of tea
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of cup of tea
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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It's hard to imagine this man, quietly sipping a cup of tea in his slippers, commanding crowds of thousands.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
“In school, I was a complete idiot,” said Hopkins, sitting comfortably with a cup of tea and a plate of Fig Newtons.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
Gus's tips and tricks to keep cool while working include a wet flannel on his head and drinking plenty of water - but he also recommends a cup of tea.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
Of Cooper and Franklyn’s pitch, he recalled thinking: “This is different. It’s not my cup of tea but I know I haven’t seen it before. Let’s give it a shot.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 27, 2026
She awoke refreshed, and quite early, in time to get the very first cup of tea from the samovar in the common room.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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