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brain candy

idiom
Meaning

A narrative, commentary, etc. which amuses and holds one's attention, but which lacks intellectual depth or importance.


Examples
SIMPLE

I watch these silly videos because they are pure brain candy.

CONTEXTUAL

After a long day of difficult work, she prefers reading light mystery novels that serve as brain candy.

COMPLEX

While the film lacks any profound philosophical insight, it functions perfectly as brain candy for audiences seeking simple, mindless entertainment.

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Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    arm candy

    An attractive, seemingly romantic companion who accompanies a person in public solely so that one or both of the individuals can gain attention, enhance social status, or create an impression of sexual appeal.

  2. 02

    beat one's brain

    To struggle to think or remember something.

  3. 03

    bend the brain

    To be difficult to comprehend.

  4. 04

    bird of one's own brain

    One's own idea or conception.

  5. 05

    brain blast

    The moment of a sudden unexpected discovery.

  6. 06

    brain bucket

    A protective helmet, as worn, for example, by a motorcyclist, bicyclist, or soldier in combat.

  7. 07

    brain drain

    The migration of educated or talented people from less economically advanced areas to more economically advanced areas, especially to large cities or more developed nations.

  8. 08

    brain surgeon

    Someone very intelligent and skillful.

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