Candy can cause tooth decay.

Meaning: Consuming candy has the potential to lead to the deterioration of teeth due to the presence of sugar, which can be acted upon by bacteria.

Choice of Words: "Candy" is a type of confectionery that is typically high in sugar. "Can cause" indicates that something is capable of producing a particular effect. "Tooth decay" is the deterioration of teeth caused by the action of bacteria on sugar.

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