Trying to fit in by doing something you don't normally do. Most commonly said when an individual pretends to like coffee at work to fit in with coworkers who are drinking it.
Joey: Why is Ryan acting like he knows about cars?
Christian: He's just 'drinking the coffee' to impress them.
Christian: He's just 'drinking the coffee' to impress them.
by Phantom Joss June 29, 2017
by WhyAreWeStillHere? May 16, 2022
by Hal Jalikakik December 07, 2010
This is a useful phrase for any situation. Memes depict actors or people drinking coffee, so it is applicable. One of the best is the bridge of the Starship Enterprise where Captain Kirk, Sulu, and the navigator are drinking coffee on their shift.
by MyComputerMan July 16, 2017