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
These gems combine the functionality of a bra with the comfort of a cozy piece of clothing, complete with bra shelves or cups to help support the girls without the need for an extra (and sometimes uncomfortable) wires and layers.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 11 Sep. 2025
This mask features contoured cups that block out light completely without putting any pressure on your eyes.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Experts say most adults can safely enjoy up to four cups of coffee daily, ideally before noon.
—Allison Forsyth, Health, 10 Sep. 2025
Fill prepared muffin cups using a scant 1/2 cup batter per cup.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025
And the cups can only be filled with Slurpees.
—Helena Wegner, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
At the same time, chef Ron Krivosik, Levy culinary senior vice president, tells me that the ‘70s were big on lemon ice and malt cups.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Clear your dishes, cups, and appliances from the cabinets.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
The photos bear many of the hallmarks of college life, including string lights both inside and out, red solo cups and cans of alcohol, and some clothes scattered on the floor.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 11 Sep. 2025
This mask features contoured cups that block out light completely without putting any pressure on your eyes.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Experts say most adults can safely enjoy up to four cups of coffee daily, ideally before noon.
—Allison Forsyth, Health, 10 Sep. 2025
Fill prepared muffin cups using a scant 1/2 cup batter per cup.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025
And the cups can only be filled with Slurpees.
—Helena Wegner, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
At the same time, chef Ron Krivosik, Levy culinary senior vice president, tells me that the ‘70s were big on lemon ice and malt cups.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Clear your dishes, cups, and appliances from the cabinets.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
The photos bear many of the hallmarks of college life, including string lights both inside and out, red solo cups and cans of alcohol, and some clothes scattered on the floor.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cups
Noun
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If your pottery experience is limited to traditional mugs and bowls, which are a perfect introduction, get ready to have your mind opened up to a world of craftsmanship and camaraderie like no other—all in the little town of Seagrove.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
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The suit, obtained by Rolling Stone, is largely filled with screenshots of what appear to be listings on Temu for an array of allegedly fake Twenty One Pilots merch, such as posters, shirts, mugs, and socks.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
9 Sep. 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
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“Cups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cups. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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