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

So are the cracks being papered over and how deep does the pothole problem go?

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

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

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

This wooden room was papered with newspaper clippings to keep the heat in.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

Werner’s cot in the attic, the wall above it papered over with her drawings of imaginary cities.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr