candy-coat

candy-coat

To attempt to make something seem better or more palatable than it actually is, especially something perceived as negative or unfavorable. Mom tried to candy-coat the news by talking about how big the yard would be at the new house, but we were all sad about the move. Don't try to candy-coat this! An F is an F, no matter how hard you studied!
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • (you've) got to get up pretty early in the morning to (do something)
  • a crack at (someone or something)
  • a recipe for disaster
  • a whack at (something)
  • a fast talker
  • a ghost at the feast
  • a horse of another
  • a horse of another color
  • a horse of another colour
  • a/the feel of (something)
References in periodicals archive
From candy-coated color stories to sugary sweet statement styles, treat yourself to fall's best beauty inspo.
Snack attack
* Milka Oreo Choco-Mix Snack Mix Bag--Oreo mini chocolate sandwich cookies, Golden Oreo mini sandwich cookies, Milka Chocolate Candy Buttons, and candy-coated chocolate pieces mixed together for a multi-texture experience--available in a 6.1-ounce bag at an SRP of $3.69.
Oreo brand expands to candy section
Audacity: Australian man caught with candy-coated cannabis in Dubai
Does this 'strawberry candy' sold in Dubai have narcotics?
Here, beauty aficionados can discover "a candy-coated confection of heart-shaped delights.
Too-Faced eye shadow collection appeals to your sweet tooth
It's less candy-coated than most, and much more real--but no less magical.
Nutcracker on parade
For pure, candy-coated novelty, reach for the Ricoh Theta.
Ricoh Theta (Theta360.com)
Benefit's Candy-Coated Countdown Advent Calendar, PS60 (benefitcosmetics.
beauty tips
BeNefiT | Candy-Coated Countdown Advent Calendar, PS60, only available in store (benefitcosmetics.co.uk) ALWAYS hugely popular, the first drop sold out instantly, but there will be more calendars back on Benefit counters this month - if you're quick!
The final countdown; They're back and they're more luxurious than ever. KATIE WRIGHT rounds up the best of the beauty Advent calendars
BENEFIT | Candy-Coated Countdown Advent Calendar, PS60, only available in store (benefitcosmetics.co.uk) PS60, only available in store (benefitcosmetics.co.uk) ALWAY LWAY LWA S hugely popular, the first drop sold out instantly, but there will be more calendars back on Benefit counters this month - if you're quick!
The final countdown; They're back and they're more luxurious than ever. KATIE WRIGHT rounds up the best of the beauty Advent calendars
Box with Benefits Box with Benefits Benefit Candy-Coated Countdown Advent Calendar, PS60, www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk The first drop sold out instantly, but there will be more calendars back on counters in November.
Beauty tools.. Advent calendars get seriously gorgeous for the grown-ups
Brimful of powerful description and imagery, the novel is gruesome at times and is not for those readers who like their fantasy novels candy-coated. Nevertheless, it is both a gripping and absorbing read.
Cain, Cate: The Jade Boy
Vanellope von Schweetz, a young troublemaking glitch from a candy-coated cart racing game might be the only one who could help him.
TV Guide
With the help of a 'glitch' from a candy-coated cart racing game, Ralph tries to atone for his mistake and become the heroic figure that he longs to be.
CHRISTMAS EVE 1
Katy does seem to have shed her candy-coated bubblegum image for something a little darker this time round though so it'll be interesting to see what she does with her live show.
Switching on for Christmas; Bodg writes..
Kettle and candy-coated popcorns are ranked from least to
Cream of the pop