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GLOSS OVER

(verb)
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There are 2 meanings of the phrase Gloss Over.

Gloss Over - as a verb

Treat hurriedly or avoid dealing with properly

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
skate overskimp overslur oversmooth over

Cover up a misdemeanor, fault, or error

Example: "Let's not whitewash the crimes of stalin"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hush upsleek overwhitewash21

Example Sentences

"He tried to gloss over his mistakes during the presentation."
"The politician attempted to gloss over the controversy surrounding his campaign."
"She tends to gloss over the negative aspects of her job when talking to others."
"Don't just gloss over the instructions, make sure you understand them fully."
"The teacher decided to gloss over the difficult topic and move on to the next one."
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