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to gloss over
[phrase form: gloss]
01
to briefly explain or describe something, often leaving out complex or technical details
02
to minimize a significant issue, detail, or problem, often by avoiding discussion or acknowledgment
gloss over
v
Example
The book's introduction glossed over the historical context, assuming readers were already familiar with it.
In the meeting, he quickly glossed over the financial report, not delving into the specifics of the budget.
When writing the summary, she chose to gloss over the lengthy legal details, focusing on the main conclusions.
The professor didn't want to gloss over the challenging topics but ensured students had resources for in-depth understanding.
During the training session, the instructor tended to gloss over the intricacies of the software, leaving some participants confused.
