smooth over
Example Sentences
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The mea culpa was well-received by the trio and underscored Cora’s ability to smooth over even the most awkward situations.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
Torrenting was also fast and smooth over ExpressVPN.
From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026
Though they later held meetings to smooth over their differences, the network is again livid following the reauthorization of German agrochemical giant Bayer's dicamba herbicide for sprayed use on genetically modified soybean and cotton.
From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026
He has sought to smooth over tensions with conservative Catholics that flared under Francis’ reign, threatening the unity of the church.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025
His long fingers smooth over the wood of Dain’s desk.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
