sweet nothings

Lyrically, she embraces a childlike wonder, shares her vulnerabilities and indulges in sweet nothings — all with the intention of capturing what it means to be a person.

Senior Chinese diplomats are reportedly whispering sweet nothings in Indian ears.

But she pays little attention as she fusses around the grave and whispers sweet nothings to her dead son.

"It's emotionally aggravating to pursue the police. If I don't call them I don't hear anything; if I do, I get sweet nothings," he adds.

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