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What does the idiom cup of mean?

The idiom "cup of" is not a stand-alone idiom. It usually appears in conjunction with other words to form specific idioms. Here are some common examples:

"A cup of tea": This means something that is enjoyable or agreeable to someone.

* Example: "Gardening is her cup of tea."

"A cup of joe": This is a slang term for a cup of coffee.

* Example: "I need a cup of joe to wake up in the morning."

"Not my cup of tea": This means something that someone does not enjoy or is not interested in.

* Example: "Opera is not my cup of tea."

"A cup of kindness": This means an act of generosity or compassion.

* Example: "He offered a cup of kindness to the stranded traveler."

"A cup of trouble": This means a situation that is likely to cause problems or difficulties.

* Example: "The new project is a cup of trouble."

The meaning of "cup of" can vary depending on the specific idiom used. However, it generally refers to something that is specific, small, or manageable.

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