
Hush up
Concealment
Often used when someone tries to keep a wrongdoing or mistake secret.

The company attempted to hush up the toxic spill.
Negative Connotation
The phrase carries a slightly negative tone as it suggests deception or dishonesty.

Despite efforts to hush up the affair, the politician faced backlash.
Sensitive Situations
Commonly used in the context of sensitive or potentially scandalous situations.

The agency did everything to hush up the failed operation.
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