smooth over
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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The view outside his window is a vast expanse of white as far as the eye can see, smoothed over by an equally vast layer of pure blue.
From BBC
Though they later held meetings to smooth over their differences, the network is again livid following the reauthorization of German agrochemical giant Bayer's dicamba herbicide for sprayed use on genetically modified soybean and cotton.
From Barron's
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
The guidance likely smoothed over any fears about a potential sales decline in 2026.
From MarketWatch
Research analysing around 100,000 lies suggests about 20% are about managing social engagements - getting out of plans or smoothing over awkward interactions in relationships.
From BBC
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