Drink
Meaning: when a minor issue causes an exaggerated reaction of anger or trouble
Example: At first, I thought we were having a general discussion, but it ended setting off a tempest in the teapot. Read on
Meaning: an excessive enthusiasm or rage about a minor matter
Example: I find the whole issue about these gender roles a storm in a teacup. Read on
Meaning: we can offer good things to people but we can't force them to accept that
Example: I have tried my level best to educate him well, but he is still having a non-serious behavior, you can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink. Read on
Meaning: to treat somebody (usually a woman) to wine and dinner;
Example: The wine and dine at this hotel is among the best that you will ever find. Read on
Meaning: a cup of coffee
Example: When I wake up in the morning, the first thing I do is make myself a cup of joe. Read on
Meaning: to like something
Example: This music is much more my cup of tea than this new stuff. Read on
Meaning: water
Example: It is blistering hot outside, I could really do with an iced cold glass of Adam's ale. Read on
