Phrase of the Day

Ginger’s Phrase of the Day provides you with a daily dose of interesting facts and trivia on some of the more, and less, common phrases in the English language. Learn the real meaning behind these phrases, when and how to use them and other less-known info behind each phrase.

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Tea and Sympathy

The phrase 'Tea and Sympathy' is used to describe kindness and sympathy that you show to someone who is upset. Example of Use: "Sometimes people want practical advice and sometimes they just want tea and sympathy."