Cover Up — synonyms, definition

1. cover up (Verb)

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cover up (Verb) — Hide from view or knowledge. ex. "The President covered up the fact that he bugged the offices in the White House"

conceal hide gloss over hush up sleek over whitewash

2. cover up (Noun)

cover up (Noun) — Concealment that attempts to prevent something scandalous from becoming public. ex. "some officers refused to take part in the cover-up"

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