covered up

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As a result, better ideas never see the light of day; product defects are covered up; unethical practices continue unchecked; deals are thwarted.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

There’s also an indoor pool, which Joel had covered up so he could use the space as a music room, because of its excellent acoustics.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 9, 2025

But buildings previously on show prior to 2024 will remain covered up for preservation reasons.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2025

One book, Original Sin by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson, alleged that people close to him covered up his physical deterioration from the public.

From BBC • Oct. 26, 2025

The Soviet government covered up the tragedy, warning the survivors they would be imprisoned if they ever spoke of it.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin