all the tea in China

Definition

Something very valuable or priceless.

Etymology

Because of the large amount of tea in China, and its value.

Example Sentences

• "I wouldn't trade you away for all the tea in China."
• "KIRK: Ha, ha, ha. Okay, the truth. I am from what, on your calendar, would be the late twenty-third century. I've come back in time to bring two humpback whales with me in an attempt to repopulate the species. GILLIAN: Well, why didn't you just say so? I mean, why all the coy disguises? KIRK: You want the details? GILLIAN: Oh! I wouldn't miss this for all the tea in China."