Answer: fudges

AnswerCrossword Clue
FUDGES

Ice cream toppings

FUDGES

Soft candies

FUDGES

Plays fast and loose with, as data

FUDGES
Puts together carelessly.
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Acts evasively
FUDGESFakes, as figures
FUDGESIsn't completely truthful
FUDGESFalsifies a bit