sweet nothings

Example Sentences

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Lyrically, she embraces a childlike wonder, shares her vulnerabilities and indulges in sweet nothings — all with the intention of capturing what it means to be a person.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025

Senior Chinese diplomats are reportedly whispering sweet nothings in Indian ears.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 20, 2025

But she pays little attention as she fusses around the grave and whispers sweet nothings to her dead son.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2025

If that sounds miserable, there’s also wine, coffee, food and plenty of places to break up your walk with more desirable activities, like sitting, catching one’s breath and whispering sweet nothings.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 11, 2022

His children hugged him, whispered sweet nothings in his ear, and waited on his every whim and fancy.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols