papered
Example Sentences
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Yes, we've had things to cheer about - like a couple of trophies over the summer - but that papered over cracks.
From BBC ● May 16, 2026
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
The Hurricanes’ pass rush has papered over plenty of postseason errors and kept Miami in close games.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 11, 2026
The lower three quarters of the windows had been papered over, so the restaurant was dim and cool.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
