as in tinsel
something attractive but lacking in substance
the composer's works have generally been dismissed as candyfloss by music critics
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Noun
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A lot of ornaments and tinsel on the Christmas tree.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026 -
Hair tinsel is also offered, and everyone leaves with a swag bag.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2026
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Behind the glitter, grooves and Grammy-winning legacy of Earth, Wind & Fire sits a more complicated story, revealing a more personal side of the band’s founder, Maurice White.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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This glitter layer is perfect for maximalists to ease into the trend.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
19 June 2026
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The new edible notes are warmer, richer and far more grown-up than the cotton candy era that defined early 2010s gourmands.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Sour Cherry Cotton Candy Customers say this sour cotton candy truly brings on the tartness.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2026
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“Candyfloss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candyfloss. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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