Cover up

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phrasal verb

To conceal something wrong or illegal from being known.

The politician tried to cover up the scandal by paying off the journalists.
Visual representation of "cover up" - To conceal something wrong or illegal from being known

Often appears as...

  • cover up a scandal
  • cover up a crime
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Negative Connotation

The phrase often implies wrongdoing and can suggest a moral judgement.

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The company's attempt to cover up the incident harmed their reputation.
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Not Always Successful

Using 'cover up' suggests that the truth might eventually be uncovered, despite efforts to hide it.

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Those involved tried to cover up the fraud, but the truth came out during the investigation.
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Dishonesty Implied

Conveys an attempt to deceive others or withhold the truth.

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He made up an alibi to cover up his whereabouts.
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