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Raregloss over
The correct spelling is gloss over.
How to pronounce gloss over
verb
Say it like: Glo-ss -ove-r
The correct spelling is gloss over. To cover up a mistake or a crime; to hush up or whitewash. For example: "They glossed over the problem, hoping that the customers wouldn't notice."
Usage Examples
“They glossed over the problem, hoping that the customers wouldn't notice.”
“This book only glosses over quantum mechanics, and doesn't go into detail.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To cover up a mistake or a crime; to hush up or whitewash.
- 2.To treat something with less care than it deserves; to ignore.
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