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a fig leaf |
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a fig leaf something that you use to try to hide an embarrassing fact or problem Usage notes: In the Bible, Adam and Eve used fig leaves to cover their sexual organs when they discovered they were naked. Are the peace talks simply providing a fig leaf for the continuing aggression between the two countries? How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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