as in mugs
a round vessel equipped with a handle and designed for drinking
a large cup that can hold almost a pint of hot chocolate
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Recent Examples of cups
In one study, one or two additional cups of coffee daily doubled the risk of cardiovascular disease, heart attack, or stroke in coffee drinkers with stage 2 and 3 hypertension.
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Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2025
That includes seasonal drinks such as Peppermint Mocha and Caramel Brulée Latte – and new this year, special Hello Kitty merchandise including hot and cold cups and a special-edition Hello Kitty plush doll.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Starbucks is offering a Hello Kitty plushie, ceramic mug, travel cups and gift cards that all feature the popular Sanrio character with her bright red bow as part of their 2025 Holiday merchandise collection.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 6 Nov. 2025
But these aren’t the only cups causing a commotion.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
Consider gifting some colorful stacking cups or the cutest teether toy.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 6 Nov. 2025
Beers, for example, are typically served in one-liter bottles known as litrão, accompanied by small glass cups.
—Jade Moyano, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
For leafy greens like spinach, about two cups raw equals one cup once cooked, since the spinach leaves shrink considerably during cooking.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Spread remaining 3 cups whipped topping over filling.
—Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2025
That includes seasonal drinks such as Peppermint Mocha and Caramel Brulée Latte – and new this year, special Hello Kitty merchandise including hot and cold cups and a special-edition Hello Kitty plush doll.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Starbucks is offering a Hello Kitty plushie, ceramic mug, travel cups and gift cards that all feature the popular Sanrio character with her bright red bow as part of their 2025 Holiday merchandise collection.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 6 Nov. 2025
But these aren’t the only cups causing a commotion.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
Consider gifting some colorful stacking cups or the cutest teether toy.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 6 Nov. 2025
Beers, for example, are typically served in one-liter bottles known as litrão, accompanied by small glass cups.
—Jade Moyano, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
For leafy greens like spinach, about two cups raw equals one cup once cooked, since the spinach leaves shrink considerably during cooking.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Spread remaining 3 cups whipped topping over filling.
—Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cups
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Unlike some of its competitors, the bulk of Target’s revenue comes from the kinds of products that are nice to have, but not necessary, such as holiday mugs, trendy sweaters and home decor.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,Annie Palmer,Frank Holland,
CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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Read on to learn how to keep water from pooling on the bottom of your coffee mugs in the dishwasher.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Two decades later, those goblets remain a hallmark of my Thanksgiving dinner—along with an eclectic mix of guests.—
Editors of Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
21 Oct. 2025
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Ensconced in a historic palazzo in the city’s San Frediano neighborhood—long a haven for artisans—Moleria Locchi earned its reputation in the 1800s for painstakingly restoring glass and crystal treasures ranging from antique goblets to Murano candelabras.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
5 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Cups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cups. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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