The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
TINHORN
Etymology
Adjective
tinhorn (comparative more tinhorn, superlative most tinhorn)
(US) Cheap, inferior; pretentious.
Noun
tinhorn (plural tinhorns)
(US) A contemptible or pretentious person, especially one who gambles for low stakes.
Source: Wiktionary
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THOUGHTFULLY
(adverb) showing consideration and thoughtfulness; “he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share”
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