How to Use cup of tea in a Sentence

cup of tea

noun phrase
  • Washed is a tub-sized cup of tea.
    — Tory Johnson, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
  • This one is not my cup of tea at the moment.
    — Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Two open cups of tea were on the prep table.
    — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado may 1, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
  • Think of it like blowing on a hot cup of tea to cool it down.
    — Katie Landeck, The Providence Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Indulge in a couple with a cup of tea.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Just not my cup of tea, or rather only in small doses.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Just not my cup of tea, or rather only in small doses.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
  • That’s not really my cup of tea.
    — Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 10 Apr. 2026
  • With all the foot traffic, dropped crumbs, and spilled cups of tea, rugs get dirty fast.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2025
  • But even if that’s not your cup of tea, finding awe can be simple.
    — Julia Carmel, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2024
  • Over the cute clip, Teigen admits that s'mores are not her cup of tea.
    — Emma Aerin Becker, Peoplemag, 3 Sep. 2024
  • Add in a tray for late-night potions—or perhaps just a cozy cup of tea.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
  • End your date night with a luxurious cup of tea.
    — Sarah Boyd, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
  • Cozy fleece blankets keep the chill at bay, while a steaming cup of tea rounds out the meal.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Maybe your favorite podcast and a steaming cup of tea would help?
    — Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2025
  • An employee’s open cup of tea was stored above a cart of noodles.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Is a glass of wine, charcuterie or a cup of tea involved?
    — Will Richmond, The Providence Journal, 28 Mar. 2026
  • If Ballistic isn't your cup of tea, check out all the , which look .
    — Rahul Majumdar, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Hill hosed off the dogs, who were covered in mud, and then took a hot shower and grabbed a cup of tea.
    — Jeff Fedotin, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
  • Players scrambling out of position to chase steals is not his cup of tea.
    — Fred Katz, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
  • If money talks feel stressful, try having them over a calming cup of tea.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Grab a cup of tea and settle down for the finest telly Britain has to offer.
    — Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 27 Sep. 2024
  • The only thing that can make a good cup of tea better is having one of the best teapots to pour it from.
    — Elissa Suh, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2025
  • The chaos and jeopardy of a basketball-style affair might not be their cup of tea.
    — Beren Cross, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
  • Watch when in need of comfort, ideally with a cup of tea and some biscuits.
    — Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Afterward, enjoy a free cup of tea from the onsite cafe.
    — Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
  • Following your massage, sit on the terrace with a cup of tea.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
  • They’re being taught how to look prim and proper while pouring the perfect cup of tea.
    — Shannon Carlin, Time, 6 May 2026
  • It can be enjoyed in a cup of tea, a piece of candy, or to spice up your favorite dishes.
    — Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Do be aware that the brace is only available in blue, which may not be everyone’s cup of tea.
    — Jack Byram, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2023

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