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

Carrick met Sir Jim Ratcliffe for a cup of tea and a casual chat last week.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 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

Later, when I got sleepy, there would be a mystery novel, a cup of tea if I felt like it.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt