How to Use espresso in a Sentence
espresso
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The espresso should come one-half to three-quarters of the way up the scoop.
—New York Times, 11 Aug. 2021
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Add the ice cream, milk and espresso into a blender and puree.
—ABC News, 10 Feb. 2023
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The new espresso machine is parked right in the middle of the bar.
—Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 29 Oct. 2020
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To beat the crowds, hit the coffee cart by 8 a.m. for an espresso with the locals.
—Lindsey Tramuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Mar. 2021
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The café boasted the city’s first espresso machine and catered to the beatnik scene.
—oregonlive, 23 Mar. 2023
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The kitchen wasn't up and running, the espresso machine had yet to be plugged in.
—Tirion Morris, The Arizona Republic, 12 Apr. 2022
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Add a shot of espresso or a splash of black coffee to make a cafe mocha.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
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That said, the portafilter needs a plastic adapter and the espresso cup needs a stand.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 12 July 2025
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Shop the style in classic black, fawn, sage, and espresso spot.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2022
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Add the instant espresso dissolved in the rum, and mix well.
—Beth Segal, cleveland, 3 Feb. 2022
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Bring this coupon to a store to get a free espresso drink Friday.
—Jayme Deerwester, USA TODAY, 3 June 2022
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Place chocolate piece across the top of your espresso cup.
—Don Francisco Coffee, Sunset Magazine, 27 Sep. 2024
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The signature drink, the Jolt, is a smooth and sweet blend of milk and espresso, best served cold.
—Mike Sutter, ExpressNews.com, 8 Oct. 2020
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Quills serves the usual espresso drinks and iced drinks as well as scones and snacks.
—Dahlia Ghabour, The Courier-Journal, 11 Oct. 2021
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This work week has been a drudge, and the first two espresso shots are not keeping pace.
—Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 12 Aug. 2022
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The 2016 opens with fresh scents of sweet, dark berries, black cherries, fresh thyme and espresso.
—Janice O'Leary, Robb Report, 3 May 2021
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The robot had made an iced coffee with espresso and placed it on the counter for me.
—Stephen Pastis, Fortune, 22 June 2023
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Starbucks is giving away free espresso drinks through the end of the year.
—Amy Huschka, Detroit Free Press, 29 Dec. 2019
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Mix espresso, steamed milk, and the flavors of caramelized chestnuts and spices.
—Abby Gardner, Glamour, 6 Nov. 2020
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Will parmesan espresso martinis be the drink of the spring?
—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2023
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Making a good shot takes a lot of learning—and a lot of love for good espresso.
—Wired Staff, WIRED, 31 July 2019
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The frame comes in black, light brown, and the espresso that’s shown, and all frame colors come with white cushions.
—Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 29 June 2022
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There will also be a stand-alone ice cream shop and an espresso bar.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2023
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The gelato or ice cream will start melting right away as the espresso runs down the sides and pools at the bottom of the cup.
—Priscilla Totiyapungprasert, The Arizona Republic, 20 Aug. 2020
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Law, 47, wore an espresso leather trench coat and paired it with leather shoes and an oversized handbag.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
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Fancy hot chocolate for the kids; espresso martini for you?
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
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It is often enjoyed neat with a twist of lemon; many imbibers combine it with espresso to make a caffè corretto.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
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Select a fine grind—similar to table salt, but not as powdery as espresso—for your moka pot.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 24 Jan. 2026
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The team plans to add a special drink with an espresso shot on top to disguise the alcohol underneath.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2026
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Vergara's skintight dress also made a trendy statement with its espresso brown color.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
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