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paper over

[phrasal verb]
paper (something) over or paper over (something)
: to hide (something bad, such as differences or problems)掩盖
⇒ Main Entry: 3 paper

paper over

verb

papered over; papering over; papers over

transitive verb

1
: to gloss over, explain away, or patch up (differences, disparities, etc.) especially in order to maintain a semblance of unity or agreement
2

Example Sentences

the differences between the two factions are too great to be papered over in the name of party unity the company tried to paper over its red ink, issuing assurances that it was still financially sound

Word History

First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of paper over was in 1910

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