Meaning of the word "gloss over" in English

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gloss over

US /ɡlɔs ˈoʊvər/
UK /ɡlɔs ˈoʊvər/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to avoid discussing something in detail, especially something unpleasant or problematic

Example:
The report tended to gloss over the negative aspects of the project.
She tried to gloss over her mistakes during the presentation.
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