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sugarcoating

/ˈʃʌɡərˌkoʊtɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does sugarcoating mean?

noun

The act of presenting information in a way that is more appealing or acceptable, often by omitting or distorting unpleasant facts.

Example

"The politician's speech was criticized for sugarcoating the economic reality of the country."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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