cups

plural of cup
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 Tristan tried a waffle cone stuffed with Buckeye (peanut butter base, chocolate swirls, mini peanut butter cups) plus a brownie sundae big enough to split. Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026 For untreated, unpainted wood railings, combine 4 tablespoons of dish soap with 2 cups of bleach and a quart of warm water. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 July 2026 Until July 19, customers can score $4 small waffle cones and $3 small cups and cake cones. Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026 It’s used for single-use plates, cups, takeout containers and packing materials. Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 17 July 2026 Harry the king, Bedford and Exeter, Warwick and Talbot, Salisbury and Gloucester, be in their flowing cups freshly remember’d. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026 There is no word on whether there will be another release of the fan-favorite cups. Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 17 July 2026 That fluffy powder is gently patted into cups and flavored with various syrups, such as lime or strawberry. Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026 Paper has already replaced plastic in many packaging applications, disposable cups and food service products. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 July 2026
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Noun
  • The existing Illy Art Collection of cups and mugs, by his account, is the largest of its kind in the world.
    Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • Besides the classic drinking glasses, Anthropologie’s Halloween and fall designs are also available on other products from the Icon collection, such as drinking tumblers, glass mugs, and wine glass charms.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 July 2026
Noun
  • That collection includes serving trays, platters, linens, vases, and wine goblets with pops of blues and yellows for a coastal vibe.
    Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
  • The first is designed with standard drinks in mind, while the second one is made specifically for wine goblets.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

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“Cups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cups. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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