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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
The limited-edition Shohei Ohtani souvenir cup available at Dodger Stadium concession stands this season is pretty cool.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
The ETF successfully retested a prior break above a cup with handle pivot of $83.45 from the first week of January 2024.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
One roaster’s ride on the roller coaster of coffee pricing helps explain the many reasons consumers keep paying more for a cup of joe.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
“Your grandpa said after you’ve had breakfast you’ll find him out in the barn. Come on in and sit down at the table. I’ll fix you a cup of hot chocolate.”
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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