sweep under the carpet
The phrase "sweep under the carpet" means to hide or ignore a problem or issue in order to avoid addressing it or taking responsibility for it. It refers to the act of concealing something undesirable or problematic by figuratively sweeping it under a carpet, implying that it is being hidden from sight or ignored.
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