Obstruct
Obstruct verb - To create difficulty for the work or activity of.
Paper over and obstruct are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Paper over" instead a verb "Obstruct".
Paper over
Paper over verb - To keep secret or shut off from view.
Usage example: the company tried to paper over its red ink, issuing assurances that it was still financially sound
Obstruct and paper over are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Obstruct" instead a verb "Paper over".
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