Eye candy
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British pronunciation/ˈaɪ kˈandi/
American pronunciation/ˈaɪ kˈændi/

Definicja i Znaczenie "eye candy"

Eye candy
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candy oczne, powierzchowna uroda

someone or something that is visually attractive but may not have much substance or depth
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What is the origin of the idiom "eye candy" and when to use it?

The idiom "eye candy" originated as a metaphorical expression used to describe visually appealing things or people that are aesthetically pleasing and enjoyable to look at, similar to how candy is visually enticing and pleasing to the taste buds. It refers to objects, designs, or individuals that are visually captivating, attractive, or striking, often providing a sense of delight or admiration purely based on their visual appearance.

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The movie was filled with special effects and eye candy, but the plot was weak.
He ’s often dismissed as just eye candy, but he ’s a talented actor as well.
The magazine was filled with images of eye candy models in designer clothes.
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