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Recent Examples of cup
That jolt is part of why many people use a morning plunge as a substitute for a second cup of coffee or as a pre-workout primer.
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Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
The bar has also partnered with Coava Coffee to create a unique blend for your morning cup of joe.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Apr. 2026
The first cup of coffee is gone, the second is definitely needed, so let’s get into it.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 30 Apr. 2026
Other products that typically have limits are oatmeal, yogurt cups, ramen noodles, pinto beans, fresh fruit like apples, oranges and tomatoes, as well as milk, eggs and cheese.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
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Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
The bar has also partnered with Coava Coffee to create a unique blend for your morning cup of joe.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Apr. 2026
The first cup of coffee is gone, the second is definitely needed, so let’s get into it.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 30 Apr. 2026
Other products that typically have limits are oatmeal, yogurt cups, ramen noodles, pinto beans, fresh fruit like apples, oranges and tomatoes, as well as milk, eggs and cheese.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cup
Noun
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The subtle yellows and rust oranges of the upholstery match the shades of the rising sun, with terracotta mugs at the tea and coffee counter and bright pops of red from the centre tables in the living area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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On Earth, we’re used to coffee resting in the bottom of our mugs, rain collecting in puddles—and urine traveling down a drain.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Leave time to check out the Mardi Gras Museum inside the courthouse, which includes more than 800 pieces of Carnival flair, from costumes and goblets to throws and dresses.—
Amanda Ogle,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
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Perfect for a summer table, this ribbed beauty offers an elevated option when desiring a traditional goblet style.—
Jenavieve Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Cup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cup. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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