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
Add 1-2 tablespoons of citric acid per liter (4 cups) of water and stir.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
The deals range from headbands and plush dolls for $3 apiece to hats and souvenir sipper cups for $5 each.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 16 Sep. 2025
The school’s cold holding unit was not cooling properly, and prepared salads and pudding cups that were held at unsafe temperatures were discarded.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2025
Gurrola’s parents were skeptical at first, but the store’s Dubai chocolate strawberry cups have sold well.
—Idaho Statesman, 15 Sep. 2025
Hudson wore an elegant butter yellow dress that featured a sweetheart neckline and ribbed bustier cups, which showed a hint of cleavage.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Pouring ice-cold fruit drinks into a large cups on Saturday was Angelica Galvan, 46.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 13 Sep. 2025
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.
—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
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
The deals range from headbands and plush dolls for $3 apiece to hats and souvenir sipper cups for $5 each.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 16 Sep. 2025
The school’s cold holding unit was not cooling properly, and prepared salads and pudding cups that were held at unsafe temperatures were discarded.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2025
Gurrola’s parents were skeptical at first, but the store’s Dubai chocolate strawberry cups have sold well.
—Idaho Statesman, 15 Sep. 2025
Hudson wore an elegant butter yellow dress that featured a sweetheart neckline and ribbed bustier cups, which showed a hint of cleavage.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Pouring ice-cold fruit drinks into a large cups on Saturday was Angelica Galvan, 46.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 13 Sep. 2025
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cups
Noun
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Display copper mugs on open shelves and trade in wood frames for brass ones to hold photos and art prints.—
Savanna Bous,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Sep. 2025
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Classic coffee mugs hold about 10 ounces.—
Dr. Mark Corkins,
Boston Herald,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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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 20 Sep. 2025.
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