smooth over
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Skilled interlocutors, like Graham, who had the ear of both Trump and Netanyahu were able to help smooth over such differences in the past, analysts said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
German defence giant Rheinmetall on Sunday sought to smooth over a row caused by comments from its boss comparing Ukrainian factories producing drones to "housewives" making weapons in their kitchens.
From Barron's ● Mar. 29, 2026
Torrenting was also fast and smooth over ExpressVPN.
From Salon ● Mar. 13, 2026
Supporters say the proposal, which the supervisors are pushing to get on the November ballot, would offer a new tool to smooth over disputes and provide a “reset” after recent tumultuous contract negotiations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 11, 2026
His long fingers smooth over the wood of Dain’s desk.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
