| VERB | communication | cover for | provide an excuse or alibi for someone so as to cover up guilt |
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| Meaning | Provide an excuse or alibi for someone so as to cover up guilt. | |
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| Pattern | Somebody ----s somebody | |
| Example | "I won't lie and cover for you" | |
| Broader | protect | shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage / damage |
| Spanish | encubrir | |
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