Recent Examples on the WebThere, amid the clutter of demitasses and empty sugar wrappers, was a large human lower jawbone.—James Shreeve, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2019 For those not enamored with the demitasse of First Four games, here’s a look at the entire first-round schedule.—Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2023 To say that Cruz’s comments caught the attention of baristas nationwide would be a demitasse of understatement.—Dallas News, 1 Sep. 2022 For a dairy showstopper: When chilled, chop mold coarsely, spoon into demitasse cups or wine glasses.—Ethel G. Hofman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Sep. 2022 Then, lock the portafilter into the machine, position your demitasse glass — a 2- to 3-ounce glass meant to hold espresso — or other vessel underneath, and start your shot.—Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 12 May 2022 The only thing out of place is a half-drunk coffee on the desk and another demitasse on the windowsill.—Monica Kim, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2022
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