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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Purple hair extensions, or even strands of purple tinsel, can be added to a high braid.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
30 Oct. 2025 -
Stores have cleared out their spooky decor and swapped it for tinsel and bows, and my shopping senses are tingling.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
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Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars (DWTS) is delivering more than just glitter and footwork.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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Before donating, ensure there's no ash or wax in the pumpkin and definitely discard any pumpkins that have been decorated with paint, glitter, glue, etc.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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The company's other offerings include party supplies, popcorn, soda and a variety of candies, such as chocolates, chewing gum, cotton candy, and jelly beans, among other options.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
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Tickets includes access to the private pop-up experience, passed hors d’oeuvres, the Cacio e Pepe Chef’s Table, cotton candy cart, chocolate fountain and special surprises throughout the evening, according to the news release.—
Angelika Ytuarte,
jsonline.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Candyfloss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candyfloss. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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