1
as in to ignore
to dismiss as of little importance
the differences between the two factions are too great to be papered over in the name of party unity
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as in to conceal
to keep secret or shut off from view
the company tried to paper over its red ink, issuing assurances that it was still financially sound
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Recent Examples of paper over
His speech about moving forward and feeling proud of his players sounds about right, a PR attempt designed to paper over the past and create space for a new Hernandez-less Patriots.
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Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2024
In a 1988 promotional ad for WXYZ-TV’s weathercasters, Jerry Hodak threw a crumpled piece of paper over his shoulder, which Rob Kress caught in a wastebasket without even looking away from his desk.
—Julie Hinds, Detroit Free Press, 19 Oct. 2024
Alam skillfully demonstrates how the notion of entitlement papers over the gap between the fantasy of the American dream and the reality of American life.
—Tope Folarin, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2024
Officials paper over the gaps with meetings and pronouncements.
—Philip Zelikow, Foreign Affairs, 12 Dec. 2023
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Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2024
In a 1988 promotional ad for WXYZ-TV’s weathercasters, Jerry Hodak threw a crumpled piece of paper over his shoulder, which Rob Kress caught in a wastebasket without even looking away from his desk.
—Julie Hinds, Detroit Free Press, 19 Oct. 2024
Alam skillfully demonstrates how the notion of entitlement papers over the gap between the fantasy of the American dream and the reality of American life.
—Tope Folarin, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2024
Officials paper over the gaps with meetings and pronouncements.
—Philip Zelikow, Foreign Affairs, 12 Dec. 2023
See all Example Sentences for paper over
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paper over
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But key architects of the British and American working classes ignored efforts to fuse the labor and abolitionist movements and instead linked labor militancy to white suffering.Gunther Peck / Made by History, TIME, 12 Dec. 2024
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While stocks fell slightly on Thursday, investors are mostly ignoring recent reports showing inflation is still a very real problem.Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
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That gorgeous cabinet is concealing a 5.25-inch high excursion woofer and a pair of 2.25-inch full range drivers, with 120W of amplification.Brad Moon, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Things like under-bed lighting, concealed speakers and charging stations, and foot-of-the-bed TV chests will keep electronics out of view.Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2024
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Fickell could be forgiven for allowing his mind to wander.Jesse Temple, The Athletic, 5 Dec. 2024
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Recommended The Monitor's View Thanksgiving as forgiving Russian and Syrian jets targeted rebel positions in Aleppo and health care facilities in Idlib Monday, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, which reports over 500 civilian and combatant fatalities since Nov. 27.Dominique Soguel, The Christian Science Monitor, 2 Dec. 2024
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The women were models of courage, hiding from fighters in the mountains of Greece after World War II triggered violent civil strife in that country.Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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This discovery highlights the unique biodiversity hidden even in the deepest parts of our ocean and how the isolation of trench environments can breed unique adaptations.Jess Thomson, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Set in an old Victorian castle, which is pretty cool in and of itself, the property overlooks the stunning Lake Mohonk and boasts spacious rooms that are truly accommodating for families.Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Notably, Cowboy Carter was overlooked in the 2024 Country Music Association Awards nominations, which triggered conversations about inclusivity within the country music industry, but also expanded visibility for Black Country artists.Sughnen Yongo, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Wedding Bells In August, engagement rumors began swirling when Gomez posted a mirror selfie that seemingly obscured an engagement ring on her finger with some pink love heart emojis.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Rasche, somewhat challenging his Succession corporate-hanger-on image, opts for a genial warmth that obscures emotional absence.Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024
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This may explain the presence of the porcelain bowl fragment found on Mount Zion.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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The star explained that exercising routinely was necessary because her body had to be conditioned for the flying stunts.Latoya Gayle, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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Sasha Hupka covers county government and elections for The Arizona Republic.Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Last year, Santa Anita had a $6-million shortfall on purses that was covered by the track.John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Paper over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paper%20over. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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