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paper over

verb

Definition of paper over

  1. transitive verb

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

  3. 2 :  hide, conceal

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Examples of paper over in a Sentence

  1. the differences between the two factions are too great to be papered over in the name of party unity

  2. the company tried to paper over its red ink, issuing assurances that it was still financially sound

First Known Use of paper over

1910

paper over Synonyms

Synonyms
blink (at), brush (aside or off), condone, discount, disregard, forgive, gloss (over), gloze (over), ignore, overlook, overpass, excuse, pardon, pass over, remit, shrug off, whitewash, wink (at)
Antonyms
bare, disclose, display, divulge, expose, reveal, show, uncloak, uncover, unmask, unveil
Related Words
explain, justify, rationalize; absolve, acquit, clear, exculpate, exonerate, vindicate; waive, wave (aside or off)
Near Antonyms
heed, mark, mind, note, object (to)

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