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Gloss over

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Avoidance StrategyPlay
Used when someone doesn't want to focus on negative aspects, often in speech or writing. SlideIn his speech, he glossed over the low sales numbers and focused on future plans.
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Subtle EvasionPlay
It sounds less direct and more polite than admitting to ignoring a problem. SlideShe glossed over the argument as if it was a minor disagreement.
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Conversation FlowPlay
Use it to smoothly move away from a topic without causing awkwardness in the conversation. SlideWe glossed over his tardiness so as not to embarrass him in front of the group.