cup of tea

Example Sentences

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Horror isn’t my cup of tea, and I do my best to steer clear of feminine rage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

That the “The Napa Boys” won’t be everyone’s cup of tea — or in this case, goblet of wine — almost feels like this meta comedy’s raison d’être.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Clare Wilkins, for prosecution, said the 15-year-old was at home looking after his brother and went downstairs to make a cup of tea.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

"It could be the woman sitting and reading a book, and the man gets her a cup of tea."

From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026

Mr. Barris puts his pencil down and pours himself a cup of tea.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern