PAPERS OVER Synonyms: 94 Similar and Opposite Words

papers over

verb

present tense third-person singular of paper over

as in ignores

to dismiss as of little importance the differences between the two factions are too great to be papered over in the name of party unity

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as in conceals

to keep secret or shut off from view the company tried to paper over its red ink, issuing assurances that it was still financially sound

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Recent Examples of papers over With ballots set to be printed this week, the issue was appealed to the Alaska Supreme Court on an expedited basis, with both sides filing court papers over the weekend. — Joe Walsh, CBS News, 30 June 2026 In this case, the vote also papers over Democrats’ internal divisions, given that the caucus is divided between hawkish Democrats sympathetic to attacking Iran and those who reject the attack outright. — Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026 Adams, the Republican nominee in 2022 and 2024, was endorsed in the special election by the Independent Party and claims the secretary of the state’s office wrongly refused to accept his Independent Party nomination papers over a technicality — a missing signature. — Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 14 Jan. 2026 The acids in the cardboard can discolor photos and papers over time. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026

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In the sketch, Washington’s announcement prompts a skeptical colonist (David) to imagine a future leader who ignores the Constitution, uses the presidency for personal gain and seeks to remain in power.

— Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026
Our farmers and small businesses are already following strong safety rules — a one-size-fits-all federal ban ignores that.

— A.J. Herrington, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of ignores

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Throughout the Gospels, Jesus initially conceals his identity as the Messiah from even his closest disciples.

— John Blake, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
And to maintain the appearance of a conventional hardtail, the chassis uses Harley's Softail platform, which conveniently conceals the rear suspension.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 July 2026

Definition of conceals

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When an airless body, such as an asteroid, occults (or hides) a background star the star's light winks out in an instant, before suddenly reappearing.

— Keith Cooper, Space.com, 10 Aug. 2026
The Starlink antenna has been built directly into the vehicle’s rear and occupies a rectangular compartment that hides the dish’s signature design.

— Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of hides

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But that equation overlooks both the capacity technology can create and the potential people already have.

— Niki Armstrong, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Outside, a nearly 2,500-square-foot wraparound terrace overlooks the channel and is designed for large-scale outdoor dining.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of overlooks

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When the moon obscures most of the sun just before totality, leaving only a thin sliver of sunlight, the turbulence becomes visible.

— Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Casting Gen Z’s reactions as nihilistic obscures the values and institutional distrust connected to them and fails to appreciate their egalitarian and pragmatic ideals.

— Evan Clarkson, The Conversation, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of obscures

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The former Washington Commanders starter is competing for the backup job behind Dak Prescott in what head coach Brian Schottenheimer declared an open competition, though Howell has thrown just 14 passes over the past two seasons.

— Nick Harris. Story produced with AI assistance, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Aug. 2026
Despite these audacious moments, Bouaddi generally keeps things simple in possession, favouring quick, safe passes over more ambitious ones.

— Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 22 July 2026

Definition of passes over

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One issue, Denker said, is the 220-plus manhole covers on the race circuit that had to be welded to ensure the race cars don't suck them off the road.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
Jelly and the other goats were focused on the Japanese Knotweed, an invasive species, that covers the hillside.

— Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

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