Meaning Of The Word Gloss over

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What's The Definition Of Gloss over?

gloss over
phrasal verb: If you gloss over a problem, a mistake, or an embarrassing moment, you try and make it seem unimportant by ignoring it or by dealing with it very quickly.

gloss over in British English
to hide under a deceptively attractive surface or appearance

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