Meaning Of The Word Paper over

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What's The Definition Of Paper over?

paper over
phrasal verb: If people paper over a disagreement between them, they find a temporary solution to it in order to give the impression that things are going well.

paper over in British English
to conceal or try to cover up (differences, difficulties, unpleasant facts, etc.)
to patch up or attempt to conceal (a difference, disagreement, etc.) so as to preserve a friendship, present a unified opinion, etc.
verb: to conceal (something controversial or unpleasant)

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