paper over something
paper over
To repair, conceal, or cover up something on a superficial level, without addressing underlying problems. A noun or pronoun can be used between "paper" and "over." The company papered over the catastrophe with empty promises, but the circumstances that led to the tragic accident have yet to be addressed. They papered over the cracks in their relationship by traveling as often as possible.
See also: over, paper
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
paper over something
tv. to try to conceal something unpleasant; to try to cover up a misdeed. This is a severe social problem. Don’t try to paper over it.
See also: over, paper, something
McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions
- involve with
- involve with (someone or something)
- involved with
- arrange for
- arrange for some time
- arrange some music for
- back into
- back into (someone or something)
- add in
- angle