sweet nothings

Idioms and Phrases

Endearments, often whispered, between lovers. For example, They sat in a corner all evening, whispering sweet nothings . [c. 1900] Also see sweet talk .

Example Sentences

The occupants of a table for two in the middle of the patio whisper sweet nothings to each other and smile widely.

From Los Angeles Times

In the song he asks, “Do you wanna be my girlfriend?” which he says is among the sweet nothings he often whispers to Adrienne.

From Los Angeles Times

Though immortalized in art, literature and song, and cherished by lovers who whisper sweet nothings or tearfully part on the privacy of its banks, the river was ecologically dying.

From Seattle Times

At dinner, we finally saw other people, most of whom looked old enough to remember a time when the dining room buzzed with coos and sweet nothings.

From Washington Post

“I find myself running home to your sweet nothings.”

From New York Times