Tea Party, The

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /tiː ˈpɑːr.ti ðə/

Definitions of Tea Party, the

noun a political movement in the United States that advocates for limited government and fiscal responsibility

Example Sentences

A1 The Tea Party is a fun event where people gather to drink tea and socialize.

A2 I attended a Tea Party last weekend and had a great time chatting with friends.

B1 The Tea Party in the park was a lovely way to spend a sunny afternoon.

B2 At the Tea Party, guests were treated to a variety of teas and delicious pastries.

C1 The Tea Party hosted by the ambassador was a sophisticated affair with fine china and live music.

C2 The Tea Party, known for its elegant decor and exquisite tea selection, was a highlight of the social season.

article used before a noun to specify or limit its application

Example Sentences

A1 The Tea Party is a political movement in the United States.

A2 The Tea Party has been known for its conservative views on government spending.

B1 The Tea Party gained popularity during the early 2010s.

B2 The Tea Party movement has influenced the Republican Party's platform.

C1 The Tea Party's influence on American politics has been a topic of debate among scholars.

C2 The Tea Party's impact on the political landscape has been significant over the past decade.

Examples of Tea Party, the in a Sentence

formal The Tea Party, a conservative political movement in the United States, gained popularity in the early 2010s.

informal Did you hear about the Tea Party, they're hosting a rally next weekend.

slang I'm not a fan of the Tea Party, their ideas are way too extreme for me.

figurative The Tea Party of the 1700s was known for their rebellious actions against British rule.

Grammatical Forms of Tea Party, the

past tense

attended

plural

Tea Parties

comparative

more Tea Party

superlative

most Tea Party

present tense

attends

future tense

will Tea Party

perfect tense

has Tea Partied

continuous tense

is Tea Partying

singular

Tea Party

positive degree

Tea Party

infinitive

to Tea Party

gerund

Tea Partying

participle

Tea Partied

Origin and Evolution of Tea Party, the

First Known Use: 1773 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'Tea Party' originated in the United States during the 18th century.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe the Boston Tea Party protest in 1773, the term 'Tea Party' has evolved to refer to a political movement in the 21st century advocating for limited government and fiscal responsibility.