papered

Example Sentences

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But as someone who was in the chamber for that speech, those affects papered over a frequent incomprehensibility.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2026

Ekitike's quickfire double papered over the cracks of another concerning first half performance for Arne Slot.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

For a long time, ChatGPT’s blistering growth had papered over these internal differences.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

Individual talent has papered over the cracks - like on Thursday, when a stoppage-time Vinicius Jr special gave them a victory over Colombia their play had not really deserved.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2025

The drawings papered the front of the refrigerator, waiting for the next time his father would come home.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby