Draw a veil over (something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "draw a veil over (something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2022-01-09 10:01

Meaning of Draw a veil over (something)

Synonyms:

cover one's tracks

Draw a veil over (something) American British verb phrase

If you draw a veil over something, you mean that you conceal or avoid mentioning it because it is unpleasant or embarrassing.

I think Jane just draws a veil over what happened last night.

I'd better draw a veil over my dancing performance in high school time. It's so terrible.

James drew a veil over her errors in statistical figures.

Other phrases about:

an iron fist/hand (in a velvet glove)

Someone who looks gentle and sweet but in fact is severe and forceful

be like talking to a brick wall
used when the person you are talking to does not pay attention to you, you are completely ignored.
keep (one's) own counsel

This idiom means that someone does not share what they think or feel with others.

keep/hold (yourself) aloofremain/stand aloof
to not become involved in something; to show no interest in people
brush (something) under the carpet

Try to hide and deny something that is embarrassing, unappealing, or damaging to one's reputation

Grammar and Usage of Draw a veil over (something)

Verb Forms

  • draw a veil over (something)
  • draws a veil over (something)
  • drew a veil over (something)
  • drawing a veil over (something)
  • drawn a veil over (something)

The verb "draw" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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