Paint over

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phrasal verb

To put new paint on top of old paint.

He decided to paint over the old mural on the wall.
Visual representation of "paint over" - To put new paint on top of old paint

Often appears as...

  • paint over an old wall
  • paint over scratches
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Visual representation of "paint over"
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Renovation Context

Used when discussing updating or changing the appearance of a space.

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They planned to paint over the bedroom walls to refresh the look.
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Quick Fix

Implies an easy and fast solution to improve or hide wear and tear.

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Instead of buying a new bike, I'll just paint over the scratches.
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Implied Impermanence

The new paint might not last forever or may reveal the old layer over time.

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When I painted over the stain, I knew it might show through again.
Visual representation of the word "Paint over"

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