Pinnochip

(n.) A little, sweet lie. Similar to a white lie, but usually given in compliment form to someone who doesn't deserve it. It is intended to brighten someone's day, make them stop bitching, or strengthen the relationship.

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"Hey Dan, your essay was great. You should be a writer."
"Really?"
"No. Sorry, man. Your essay sucked. I was just telling a pinnochip."