The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
SPEET
Speet, v. t. Etym: [Cf. D. speten. See Spit an iron prong.]
Definition: To stab. [Obs.] Gammer Gurton's Needle.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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THOUGHTFULLY
(adverb) showing consideration and thoughtfulness; “he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share”
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