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afternoon tea

NOUN
light midafternoon meal of tea and sandwiches or cakes
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If your schedule allows, don’t miss the hotel’s afternoon tea service, which includes live piano accompaniment and fills up quickly.

From Salon Jun. 11, 2026

The royal couple then went on to meet Donald and Melania Trump at the White House for afternoon tea.

From BBC Apr. 27, 2026

At Soneva Fushi, guests zip line to their bespoke breakfast, afternoon tea or dinner at their Flying Sauces dining experience.

From Salon Dec. 27, 2025

On Monday, HMS Belfast is hosting a private VE Day 80 anniversary event, with Radio 5 Live's Matt Chorley joining for afternoon tea.

From BBC May 2, 2025

Then a lunch tray, and then an afternoon tea tray.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland




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