papered

Example Sentences

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Backed by a big, throwback live band, “Lost Me” beautifully papered over a failed relationship with an uncertain young bravado; “Backup Plan” gave his one-of-kind baritone room to roam and plead.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 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

I lost—or better, misplaced—the very reason why I was there, in that papered room, sharing food with him.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee