cup of tea

Example Sentences

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"People are very shocked that somebody in our position had offered them a cup of tea but it's just basic human kindness," said Alan.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Or it turns out living abroad isn’t your cup of tea after all.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

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

When the Cley reserve first started issuing entry tickets, he said his mum would have handed them out, along with a cup of tea or a cake.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

And who could fail to enjoy a quiet afternoon in the days when Victoria was queen, sipping a nice, restorative cup of tea?

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood