gloss over something

Related to word: gloss

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. to disregard or cover up an issue, such as an embarrassing error, in order to minimize its importance and swiftly move on to another topic

    • During the meeting, he tried to gloss over last season's sales mistakes to quickly move on to the plans for the next quarter.

    • She always tries to gloss over family issues, making it seem like her life is perfect.

    • In the report, he glossed over the company's financial troubles, which left investors concerned.