espresso
noun
espres·so
e-ˈspre-(ˌ)sō 
variants
or less commonly expresso
plural espressos also expressos
1
: coffee brewed by forcing hot water through finely ground usually darkly roasted coffee beans
2
: a cup of espresso
Examples of espresso in a Sentence
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Consumption of espresso drinks was up the most within that category, with lattes being the most popular (18 percent), followed by straight espresso (16 percent) and cappuccinos (14 percent).
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The design is also conducive to fitting under most espresso and coffee machines.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 16 Apr. 2024
John has mastered grinding, tamping and breaking down espresso in an old-school machine.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 4 Apr. 2024
Named for its intricate brass espresso maker that serves custom-roasted coffee and Italian-style espresso, this spot is a surprising treat in a town of about 14,000.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
This is similar to other beverage customizations, such as an additional espresso shot or syrup, the Starbucks spokesperson added, noting that pricing varies by market.
—Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 14 Mar. 2024
Locals consider the drinks here to be the best in town, with cocktails like a John M. Longyear, named after the town’s founder (made with vodka, espresso, long pepper, and chocolate).
—Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2024
Frozen cocktails include the Fly me to the Moon, made with Pearl vodka, espresso martini mix, cacao and coconut.
—The Arizona Republic, 4 Apr. 2024
Diners 21 and older can also enjoy the Path of Totality, a limited-edition blackberry espresso sour beer available in cans and on tap.
—The Indianapolis Star, 1 Apr. 2024
Tori Latham, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The design is also conducive to fitting under most espresso and coffee machines.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 16 Apr. 2024
John has mastered grinding, tamping and breaking down espresso in an old-school machine.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 4 Apr. 2024
Named for its intricate brass espresso maker that serves custom-roasted coffee and Italian-style espresso, this spot is a surprising treat in a town of about 14,000.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
This is similar to other beverage customizations, such as an additional espresso shot or syrup, the Starbucks spokesperson added, noting that pricing varies by market.
—Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 14 Mar. 2024
Locals consider the drinks here to be the best in town, with cocktails like a John M. Longyear, named after the town’s founder (made with vodka, espresso, long pepper, and chocolate).
—Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2024
Frozen cocktails include the Fly me to the Moon, made with Pearl vodka, espresso martini mix, cacao and coconut.
—The Arizona Republic, 4 Apr. 2024
Diners 21 and older can also enjoy the Path of Totality, a limited-edition blackberry espresso sour beer available in cans and on tap.
—The Indianapolis Star, 1 Apr. 2024
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espresso
noun
espres·so
e-ˈspres-ō
variants
also expresso
plural espressos
: coffee brewed by forcing steam or hot water through finely ground darkly roasted coffee beans
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