Sweep Under the Carpet

What does the idiom “Sweep Under the Carpet” mean?

Definition:

Attempt to temporarily conceal a problem or error

For example:

“You can sweep your mistake under the carpet, but the audit will make clear what you did.”

Notes:

Aslo “Brush Under the Carpet”, “Sweep Under the Rug”. “Sweep under the rug” is more common in North American.

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