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Plaster over

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Metaphorical Use

The phrase often conveys concealing true issues with temporary fixes.

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The policy changes merely plastered over deep societal issues.
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Negative Connotation

It implies the solution is superficial and possibly deceptive.

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The company plastered over the scandal with a public apology.
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Idiomatic Subtlety

Pay attention to context; it's not always literal, often figurative.

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The happy photos plastered over her true feelings of loneliness.
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