sweet nothings
Related to sweet nothings: whisper sweet nothings
sweet nothings
Unimportant or trifling words of affection or endearment shared (typically whispered) between lovers. At the prom, I watched all the couples around me whispering sweet nothings to each other as they danced. I've always longed for someone to whisper sweet nothings in my ear.
See also: nothing, sweet
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
sweet nothings
affectionate but unimportant or meaningless words spoken to a loved one. Jack was whispering sweet nothings in Joan's ear when they were dancing. The two lovers sat in the cinema exchanging sweet nothings.
See also: nothing, sweet
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
sweet nothings
Endearments, often whispered, between lovers. For example, They sat in a corner all evening, whispering sweet nothings. [c. 1900] Also see sweet talk.
See also: nothing, sweet
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
sweet nothings
words of affection exchanged by lovers.See also: nothing, sweet
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
sweet ˈnothings
(informal, usually humorous) pleasant but unimportant words said by lovers: He was whispering sweet nothings in her ear.See also: nothing, sweet
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
sweet nothings
n. loving comments; pleasant remarks between lovers. They are out on the porch swing whispering sweet nothings in each other’s ears.
See also: nothing, sweet
McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions
- whisper sweet nothings
- whisper sweet nothings in (one's) ear
- sweet baboo
- bless (someone's) (little) cotton socks
- bless his, her, etc. cotton socks
- bless (someone's) heart
- small beer
- small potatoes
- chump change
- alright my babber