candy cane
Americannoun
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Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of candy cane
First recorded in 1865–70
Example Sentences
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Limit how long the candy bag is available so your child does not get used to having it within reach.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 27, 2023
Later on while cleaning up, Doug raked off the wrappers - including the ring - into the empty candy bag and put it in the trash.
From Washington Times • Jan. 5, 2020
"I've never been a big fan of the candy bag in the bullpen," said Thornton, who was listed at 6-foot-6 and 240 pounds and prefers an occasional bag of sunflower seeds.
From Chicago Tribune • Feb. 16, 2013
She picks it off her face and rolls it into a ripped piece of the candy bag.
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
Mom fished a blue jelly bean out of her candy bag.
From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan
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