Gloss over

Pro Tip 1/3

Avoidance Strategy

Used when someone doesn't want to focus on negative aspects, often in speech or writing.

In his speech, he glossed over the low sales numbers and focused on future plans.

Pro Tip 2/3

Subtle Evasion

It sounds less direct and more polite than admitting to ignoring a problem.

She glossed over the argument as if it was a minor disagreement.

Pro Tip 3/3

Conversation Flow

Use it to smoothly move away from a topic without causing awkwardness in the conversation.

We glossed over his tardiness so as not to embarrass him in front of the group.