| 单词 | smooth over |
| 例句 | You start trying to reshape the nose and smooth over some of the bumps, but the clay has started to harden and it’s a lot more difficult to work with. Ugly 2013-08-20T00:00:00Z Well, the keyboard-themed small talk smoothed over the end of the bus ride, anyhow. Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie 2004-01-01T00:00:00Z Her parents had always argued behind closed doors, whatever battle they had smoothed over by the time the sun rose next morning. Far from the Tree 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z “Molly, I’m going to have to go into the office; this is going to take some smoothing over.” Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z Janis was so easy to talk to, having so much to say herself; any awkwardness she smoothed over with accounts of all kinds of Chinese-student affairs. Typical American 1991-01-01T00:00:00Z Then, as usual, the sheep broke into “Four legs good, two legs bad!” and the momentary awkwardness was smoothed over. Animal Farm: A Fairy Story 1945-08-17T00:00:00Z For a second the idea glittered before Sefia like one of her Visions: the Five Islands working together in concert, all the warring kingdoms united, their turbulent histories smoothed over in a single decisive victory. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z We were family, and I knew that any trouble between us would eventually be smoothed over. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z She patted a pillow gently and smoothed over the top of the blanket, which Jinny had turned neatly over. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z To Piper’s surprise, the other two girls valued her skills as a go-between to smooth over any conflicts. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z He leans down and kisses my throat, hard, and his hands smooth over me, securing themselves at my waist. Allegiant 2013-10-22T00:00:00Z I feel oddly calm, though, tears and panic and pain somehow smoothed over. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z Moss asked, hoping to smooth over his reaction. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Beside her, in the sand, the laughing children imitated Einar, dragging their feet and limping dramatically, and then watching the furrowed ruts they made fill with seawater and smooth over. Son 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z I was cheered up when a letter arrived from Luria that the situation might be smoothed over if we appeared to eat crow. Double Helix 1968-02-27T00:00:00Z The dirt had been smoothed over and grass had already started growing in patches. Fever 1793 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z The only truly safe passage across the forest for an ordinary person was the Road, which was situated on a naturally raised seam of rock that had smoothed over time. The Girl Who Drank the Moon 2016-08-09T00:00:00Z The coral had been smoothed over by centuries of sea wash. The Cay 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z With our bundles in our hands, we stand before them, our faces washed, our hair wet and smoothed over, and our manners polite and respectful. First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z The floor was made of flagstones worn smooth over centuries, and the air inside was cool. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z The river below this pool was smoothed over, icy, frozen solid. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z But the young man’s enormous ego often caused problems that Houseman had to smooth over. Spooked! 2018-08-07T00:00:00Z That’s because a lot of people get offended when you forget their names, and nothing smooths over this blow to the ego. I Can’t Remember Anyone’s Name. Maybe That’s Not a Problem? 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z She recounted a story about being sent to charm school early in her career by handlers who thought she needed to smooth over her rough edges. Mary J. Blige honored by Vibe at pre-Grammy party 2013-02-09T18:40:12Z All this advance work was necessary because they wouldn’t be able to smooth over problems in the editing room. ArtsBeat: Building 'Silent House' 2012-03-08T19:26:08Z This year is the first under the partnership between Jay-Z’s Roc Nation and the league, an attempt to smooth over tensions and bring a crumb of social-justice work to the game. The Super Bowl Is Problematic. Why Can’t We Look Away? 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z And the West and East, when not warring, are all too ready to merely smooth over differences rather than exult in or learn from them. Ballet Preljocaj's 'Les Nuits' seduces but is problematic 2014-06-23T04:00:00Z Luckily, “Mare” works great as a binge, a mode that smooths over the show’s clunkier elements, highlights its fabulous performances and energizes the story. How Much Watching Time Do You Have This Weekend? 2021-05-27T04:00:00Z The Handel pieces, radiating good cheer, were smoothed over, lacking in contrast; there was more color and range of mood in the 35-minute Rameau suite Ms. Haïm compiled, but also no sustained flair or danciness. Review: A Baroque Start to the New York Philharmonic’s Holiday 2018-11-22T05:00:00Z “Wilder Days,” from her lovingly ragged debut album “Reckless,” is about wanting to know the whole of a person, even the parts that time has smoothed over. 15 Songs We Almost Missed This Year 2021-12-31T05:00:00Z Amplification helped smooth over balance issues between voices and with the instrumental ensemble, here playing the enlarged version that Gordon created in 2003. A ‘Van Gogh’ opera without the video 2016-05-29T04:00:00Z Tensions between James and director Sam Taylor-Johnson seem to be smoothed over on the red carpet, but rumors persist that the director will depart for the film's sequels. 'Fifty Shades of Grey' film puts the books back on top 2015-02-17T05:00:00Z Unlike at a gallery opening after-party, say, there were no distractions to smooth over the rough patches — no music pumping overhead, no glad-handers butting in, no excuses to run to the bar. We Want Our Friends Back! (But Which Ones?) 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z But all three actors imbue their characters with a natural vitality that serves to smooth over the occasional lumps in the writing. | 'The Whipping Man': Candles, Matzo, Wine and Some Unusual Hosts 2011-02-02T03:30:37Z It’s interesting, erasing that tendency to embellish, even for someone else’s benefit, or to smooth over a situation. To The Manners Born: The Great-Great-Grandson of Emily Post Wants To Bring Civility to The Internet 2013-04-11T09:45:49Z But his presence is still welcome, especially here — his unease is a reminder that these messy racial issues can’t just be addressed and then smoothed over. ‘Designated Survivor’ Season 1, Episode 2: Day One 2016-09-28T04:00:00Z If life throws a few problems at friends hitching a ride on Vince's coat-tails, then they will all be smoothed over by one of his colossal pay cheques and a bromantic night out. Have you been watching ? Entourage 2011-03-22T14:19:48Z So there are two main uses for Auto-Tune: discreet, to smooth over errors; and overt, the kind of heavy vocal treatment that draws attention to itself. Two years ago, the death of Auto-Tune seemed like a smart prediction. Instead, the technique has settled into the toolkit of pop 2011-04-07T21:00:03Z Overall, the performance missed some of the vital emotion that is so much a part of Mahler, here smoothed over by exquisite refinement. A renowned American orchestra shows its refinement 2016-04-17T04:00:00Z And Britain’s continued coronavirus restrictions may limit how much opportunity the brothers will get to smooth over their differences. Harry, William seen chatting together after royal funeral 2021-04-17T04:00:00Z Days after Barack Obama met with Benjamin Netanyahu to smooth over U.S.-Israel relations, I am writing this article for the same reason. Both sides of the knife: When we speak about Palestinian violence, we ought to do so in the context of “the ongoing and daily oppression faced by some 4 million people” 2015-11-15T05:00:00Z “It’s win-win,” he said — a way to respect inmates’ right to cultural activities, but also to improve staff working conditions by smoothing over tensions. From Behind Bars, Inmates Award France’s Latest Book Prize 2022-12-15T05:00:00Z How to smooth over and make everyone comfortable. The startling power of my "sweet" white lady voice. 2021-11-06T04:00:00Z The settlement appears to have smoothed over the rifts among family members. AP Enterprise: Brown estate was saddled by debt 2011-10-30T20:16:05Z While the very idea of hosting a ceremony to celebrate awfulness might have seemed gloriously punk rock 10 or 20 years ago, this rebellious edge has turned smooth over time. Rotten fruit: why it's time to give up on the Razzies 2018-01-25T05:00:00Z He says whatever he thinks will smooth over the awkwardness he’s feeling. What Can I Do About My Lying Twin? 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z The kinds of kids whose mistakes are quickly qualified and smoothed over. How the media centers whiteness: "Today," Nicholas Sandmann and "the others" 2019-01-23T05:00:00Z Holt, now 56, is being called in to smooth over a crisis again, because no one at NBC imagined Williams' career at the network would immolate the way it did. Door of opportunity swings wide for new 'NBC Nightly News' anchor Lester Holt 2015-06-22T04:00:00Z As a device, that shot is as obvious as hell; then again, apartheid wasn't subtle, and its scars haven't been easy to smooth over. 2009-12-11T03:16:00Z The festival was enchanting, a mainstream tribute that didn’t smooth over Nancarrow’s glorious weirdness. Review: The Whitney’s Conlon Nancarrow Festival is an Enchanting Tribute 2015-06-29T04:00:00Z They all look enough like the real people that it smooths over any lingering suspension of disbelief. The People v OJ Simpson: episode one – great casting, with one exception 2016-02-05T05:00:00Z The plot concerns the repackaging of an art form — the smoothing over of the rhythm-and-blues of the 1960s into a more mainstream pop sound. Review: 'Dreamgirls' is dazzling to look at but shy on nuance 2010-04-07T23:15:00Z The worry is that the rough edges of The Inbetweeners will be smoothed over, as has happened in the past. Will The Inbetweeners US remake triumph? 2012-06-27T14:09:59Z As a survivor of family abuse, Roman spends a lot of energy trying to smooth over conflict, trying desperately to patch a sinking ship, throwing himself in the water to drown if he has to. Would dating Roman Roy be so bad? A defense of the "Succession" slime puppy 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z And “La La Land” producer Jordan Horowitz, more than gracious in smoothing over the mix-up, held up the real card for viewers to see. Winner by upset: Jimmy Kimmel nails his first Oscar outing, but was overshadowed by a fantastic gaffe 2017-02-27T05:00:00Z That period followed an abrupt turn from film to painting, one that’s smoothed over here by a portrait of the artist as director and producer. Art Review: ‘Jack Goldstein x 10,000’ at the Jewish Museum 2013-05-16T20:01:08Z She had to refrain from smoothing over the rough edges in an effort to make this the kind of film families head to the theater to watch after Christmas dinner. Reese Witherspoon Isn't Nice and Wholesome in "Wild," and That’s What Makes it Great 2014-12-05T05:00:00Z The church’s reverberance smoothed over these flaws to a degree, and in any case, Mr. Cheah and his singers soon found themselves. Music Review: Amuse Revives Villa-Lobos?s ?Missa S?o Sebasti?o? 2010-06-14T23:07:00Z Placing Saul’s labors as a Sonderkommando and his engagement in the uprising equally under the sign of paternal duty and Judaic piety, Nemes smooths over the confrontational challenges of Lanzmann’s work. “Son of Saul” and the Ungraspable Horrors of Auschwitz 2015-12-30T05:00:00Z There’s no ethical way, for example, that an account of the murderous 19th-century British military occupation of Benin can be smoothed over, never mind left out. In ‘African Origin’ Show at Met, New Points of Light Across Cultures 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z After 10 to 15 minutes, when the mix is stiffening, remove the form and smooth over the lower edge. The corner chipped off our concrete porch. Can it be patched? 2021-06-25T04:00:00Z Then that was smoothed over with caulk to serve as a sort of pseudo-molding. Rusty spots under the shower frame mean faulty installation 2019-11-15T05:00:00Z Back then, according to Mr. Rosenberg’s review in The Plain Dealer, the piece “received a generalized account that smoothed over most of the composer’s markings, largely rendering the idyllic scenes lifeless and subdued.” Welser-Möst and the Cleveland Orchestra Head to Lincoln Center Festival 2015-07-09T04:00:00Z It was fluid, and the NSO certainly sounded energized, but this was Bernstein with a heavy Italian accent, its edges smoothed over. Review | New music director promises NSO a real new beginning 2017-09-24T04:00:00Z Memory has a way of trivializing the truth—and smoothing over the past—in a way that is misleading. Postscript: Edward Albee, 1928-2016 2016-09-17T04:00:00Z Another way to smooth over some potential struggles is to call a family meeting. The right response when your child doesn’t want to be ‘bossed around’ 2015-03-04T05:00:00Z And that either complicates or smooths over a percolating controversy over Lagerfeld’s legacy in the lead-up to Monday’s event, considered the Super Bowl of the fashion industry. Karl Lagerfeld, and his problematic past, take center stage at the Met Gala 2023-05-01T04:00:00Z The true child of an alcoholic, Susie is a peacemaker, spending much of her time as a manager smoothing over the feathers Midge has carelessly and often needlessly ruffled. Susie’s struggle in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” 2022-02-19T05:00:00Z What’s troubling is the ease with which the institutions of global art have appeared open to capture, lubricated by a mono-tongue amenable to a repugnant smoothing over of rights abuses. When artspeak masks oppression 2013-03-07T22:48:00Z As Tom, Joshua Boone keeps enough in reserve to smooth over the role’s inconsistencies, but Alexandra Socha, as the more voluble Amber, is stuck making hairpin turns on unmarked roads. Review: In ‘Actually,’ a Case of She Said, He Said and They Said 2017-11-14T05:00:00Z The progressive additions to the Horniman have involved a certain levelling or smoothing over of the outright, undiluted bizarreness of the original building and contents. Horniman Museum; Bauhaus Live – review 2012-05-26T23:05:30Z Experienced drywall contractors who have tackled a variety of remodeling jobs typically have the know-how to clean out the holes, patch the ceiling, install the molding sections and smooth over joints. You can replace that plaster crown molding, but it’ll cost you 2019-01-11T05:00:00Z Unfortunately, director Deena Selenow fails to smooth over the plot irregularities in a ponderously paced staging that unfailingly emphasizes the twee. A fractured family tries to piece itself together in 'Kentucky' 2016-11-25T05:00:00Z Some problems of balance that covered the singers will likely be smoothed over in the course of the run. Review: A searing ‘Katya Kabanova’ on the Seattle Opera stage 2017-02-26T05:00:00Z This daisy-chain construction was slyly effective, smoothing over the boundaries between successive stories and the wildly diverse worlds they depicted, making one feel as real as the next. David Mitchell Brings His Novelistic High Jinks to the Swinging ’60s 2020-07-10T04:00:00Z Yet the concert also represented an aestheticization, at best, of a range of different traditions, smoothing over their differences in the general sameness of framing. Review | Kronos Quartet plays music from travel ban countries as political protest, but lets its Western roots take over 2019-03-03T05:00:00Z Or, if the tile is heavily textured, you might want to smooth over the patch with a gloved finger, which will follow the bumpy texture better. Cracked kitchen tiles? Try a patch. 2019-06-07T04:00:00Z There did not appear to be any significant disturbances or glitches at the stadium that needed to be smoothed over. Even on NBC, Rio’s Colors Can’t Be Airbrushed Out 2016-08-06T04:00:00Z His presence is welcome as it makes us feel you can't smooth over complicated issues, and you denigrate that presence. ‘Designated Survivor’ Season 1, Episode 2: Day One 2016-09-28T04:00:00Z Here she fires darts, while Katy B glides in afterward to smooth over the damage. Critics? Choice: New CDs 2011-04-04T22:04:46Z He may be wealthy, but he’s not in the least debonair; he seems to lack the tools for smoothing over human interaction or for even feigning empathy. This Charmless Man: The Anti-Antihero of The Jinx 2015-03-12T04:00:00Z A model of soft-spoken scheming, Siff has mastered the smile that doesn’t quite reach the eyes and her unshakable assurance smooths over a plot contrivance that should be beyond all boundaries of credibility. All hail Billions – the smartest stupid show on TV 2019-03-18T04:00:00Z It may sound counterintuitive, but this building up of positive expectations and excitement actually helps our minds smooth over any minor discrepancies if reality doesn’t quite measure up to the fantasy. The Getaway: What a Great Trip! And I’m Not Even There Yet 2014-05-07T16:23:49Z On opening night Michael Christie, the conductor, drew consistently exciting work from the St. Louis Symphony members in the pit; a few rough patches will no doubt be smoothed over as the production settles in. Music Review: ?Klinghoffer? Returns, to Be Debated Anew 2011-06-17T22:32:42Z They use their wit and charm to smooth over problems in their life to not deal with things. Charlie Sheen revisits alter-ego in movie "Mind of Charles Swan" 2013-02-08T16:38:33Z Yet if politeness smooths over the most deviant behaviour, the dancers' exquisite performances offer glimpses of more intimate, troubled emotions. Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch – review 2012-06-21T14:41:32Z But like his oddly unanxious “Parsifal” at the Salzburg Easter Festival two years ago, his “Tristan” smooths over the work’s strangeness, its emotional extremes, its revolutionary harmonies. Review: Cheers, but Modest Impact, for Revisionist ‘Tristan’ 2015-07-26T04:00:00Z The issue was ultimately smoothed over, but it alerted literary authorities that they could push the usually low-key Mr. Voznesensky only so far. Andrei Voznesensky, 77, Celebrated Russian Poet, Dies 2010-06-01T20:19:00Z The edges are smoothed over on the normally intense funk jam; not even Ezrin’s horns and soul vocals save the track. REVIEW: Phish Keeps Things Fresh With Fuego 2014-06-27T04:00:00Z Maddie and her friends almost immediately accept Deanna as one of their own, a big sister whose awkward moments are easily laughed off or smoothed over. Review: In ‘Life of the Party,’ Melissa McCarthy Goes to College 2018-05-10T04:00:00Z Goodland’s 1984 version for Random House, had smoothed over the “joy and poetry of the language, and the cultural politics of the particular mix of languages.” New Translations Explore Brazil’s ‘Endless and Unfinished’ Character 2023-04-07T04:00:00Z Though it delves deeply into the Lackses’ pain, the film clearly intends to smooth over some rougher edges, perhaps in search of a peaceful ending. Review | In ‘The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks,’ science gives way to an emotional process 2017-04-19T04:00:00Z Yet sympathetic as he is to his subject, Bell never softens his focus or smooths over Stone’s less admirable traits. Review | An unvarnished look at the troubled life of novelist Robert Stone 2020-03-25T04:00:00Z There’s nothing like inviting an artist onto the stage of your massive world tour to smooth over any misunderstandings and to call a ceasefire between warring fandoms. Watch Taylor Swift and Avril Lavigne Peform 'Complicated' 2015-08-30T04:00:00Z That admission was a moment of awkward truth which even Leno's professional bonhomie struggled to smooth over: namely that Lohan makes headlines through making headlines, every tabloid story feeding the next. Lindsay Lohan as Liz Taylor: a comeback with all the hallmarks of another disaster 2012-11-24T15:37:28Z What could have smoothed over criticism instead inflamed it. Putin’s Maestro, and the Limits of Cultural Exchange in Wartime 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z As far as official channels went, Garraway’s decision to scream at councillors during one meeting, demanding to be heard, was something that Draper later felt moved to smooth over. Pools, ponds and 40ft aquariums: planning disputes of the stars 2019-04-25T04:00:00Z Spoon the cream cheese spread and smooth over the provolone slices. Disney shares grilled cheese sandwich recipe from Toy Story Land 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z Especially in picking Best Picture winners, the Academy generally favors the warm over the prickly, the smooth over the spiky, the sweeping over the eccentrically particular. Rooting for “Boyhood” 2015-02-21T05:00:00Z Those queries were smoothed over without hurt feelings. Perspective | Miss Manners: She knows her questions are rude — so don’t answer 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z While Johnson is at it, he might as well take a leaf out of Rogue One’s book, and use the sequel to smooth over some of The Force Awakens’ clunkier moments. From Rey's dark side to Snoke's identity – the questions Star Wars: The Last Jedi must answer 2017-11-28T05:00:00Z Easterbrook, the author of several books, often airbrushes or smooths over history; temporary reversals are missed or their consequences minimized. Getting Better All the Time? 2018-03-02T05:00:00Z A rupture, of course, that Stern, as a prominent architect himself, proposed to smooth over, with help from fellow post-modernists Michael Graves and Robert Venturi. KCET's 'Cool Spaces!' offers earnest, enthused tour of new architecture 2014-07-03T04:00:00Z Cranston reads each episode about a week in advance so that these bumps can be smoothed over before it’s time to start shooting. Magazine Preview: The Dark Art of ?Breaking Bad? 2011-07-06T12:20:00Z Today, with the skylight cleaned, the floors refinished and the walls smoothed over and painted a soft apricot, the space glows. Move Over, Marble: Plaster Gets Pride of Place 2016-09-01T04:00:00Z Occasionally, Johnny gets angry texts from women he has bedded and forgotten about, and there's even a confrontation, but this is smoothed over without any fuss. Somewhere 2010-09-03T14:54:00Z Still, if you are reading your friend correctly, wouldn’t it be better to smooth over her hurt feelings than to explain your obligations to her? My Mom Doesn’t Want Me to Get the Covid-19 Vaccine. But I Already Did. 2021-07-22T04:00:00Z Window Seat would fit perfectly there, Agitation smooths over its prickly jazz piano riff by reprising the "What a day, what a day" lyrical motif from that album's hit On and On. Erykah Badu: New Amerykah Part Two: Return of the Ankh | CD review 2010-04-01T14:35:00Z Smartly, though, Haj and composer-lyricist Jack Herrick smooth over some of the rough patches by setting verse to music, and in other places, inserting sea shanties and other original melodies. ‘Pericles’ shows how ‘lesser’ Shakespeare can be more 2015-11-19T05:00:00Z That beef was smoothed over, but perhaps still lingers, based on what unfolded on Sunday night. Review: At Summer Jam, Some Old-School Bark, but Little Bite 2017-06-12T04:00:00Z There was much talk of Christian forgiveness, all to smooth over the cognitive dissonance. The incoherence of MAGA's culture war 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z Some Democrats have tried to smooth over the tensions, arguing the disputes are playing out only on the margins of the party. Democratic Rifts Over Israel Burst to the Forefront in Congress 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z Hoagland said having the eyes of the world on them will help local residents “make friends with our past,” boost their businesses and smooth over political divisions. Ohio’s Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks mark UNESCO World Heritage designation 2023-10-14T04:00:00Z When Facebook was being battered in 2017 for distributing false and misleading news, the social network turned to Campbell Brown, a veteran journalist, to smooth over its relationships with the media. Campbell Brown, Who Led Facebook News, Leaves Meta 2023-10-03T04:00:00Z Although the behavior does not produce offspring to carry on the animals’ genes, it could offer other evolutionary advantages, such as smoothing over conflicts, the researchers proposed. Same-Sex Behavior Evolved in Many Mammals to Reduce Conflict, Study Suggests 2023-10-03T04:00:00Z The Autobahn was part of West Germany's utopian post-war ideology of a modern capitalist metropolis: the car would be king and concrete highways would smooth over the scars of a city traumatised by war. Berliners rave against the motorway as extension threatens 20 cultural venues 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z Mr. Putin suggested Thursday that those tensions had been smoothed over. ‘A targeted hit’: Suspicion widespread that Putin ordered Prigozhin killing in plane explosion 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z "He's doing a great job leading our conference and was able to answer every question the press asked him today," Barrasso added, smoothing over concerns regarding McConnell's ailing health. "You OK, Mitch?": McConnell freezes up during news conference, causing concern for his health 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z That may have helped smooth over the fact that several totems of the Bute House Agreement - like HMPAs - have been ditched. How have Humza Yousaf's first 100 days as first minister gone? 2023-07-05T04:00:00Z Energy UK said that suppliers were obliged to ensure the payments - which are smoothed over the year - are based on accurate and up-to-date information. Energy bills fall as new price cap comes into force 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z The state dinner can sometimes be a means of smoothing over hiccups among allies. State Dinners: Who Gets Them, Who Doesn’t and Why They Matter 2023-06-22T04:00:00Z The president’s comments came just a day after Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Mr. Xi in Beijing to smooth over the rift from the spy balloon incident. Biden Says Xi Was Not Informed About Spy Balloon 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z A recent weekday rehearsal at ABT’s studios found the two going over some intricate pas de deux, or duets — navigating tricky lifts, smoothing over trouble spots, figuring out pacing. ‘Like Water for Chocolate’ brings food, magic, spice and lust to NY’s grandest ballet stage 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z The app allows users to both make subtle changes to their facial appearance, such as smoothing over wrinkles, or alternatively - completely transform how they look. Should social media face-altering filters be regulated? 2023-05-14T04:00:00Z The delegation, sent by President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa, sought to smooth over some of the differences between the countries. The U.S. ambassador to South Africa accused the country of providing weapons to Russia. 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z House GOP leadership amended the legislation to smooth over the objections. House GOP points to migration surge as lawmakers advance asylum restrictions, border wall 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Some donors have groused about inconsistent outreach from Biden’s White House, and the weekend summit was an effort to smooth over tensions as the reelect gets underway. Biden to huddle with top donors as 2024 effort kicks off 2023-04-28T04:00:00Z The writer, meanwhile, struggles with an “edgy” thriller touching racial third rails he suspects he’s been hired to smooth over as the token Black man. The Ultimate L.A. Bookshelf: Short Stories 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z And he has already attacked the judge — comments his lawyers tried to smooth over in appearances on the morning talk shows on Sunday. A Presidential Candidate and a City Brace for a Consequential Week 2023-04-03T04:00:00Z Drug cartels have been known to issue communiques to intimidate rivals and authorities, but also at times like these as public relations work to try to smooth over situations that could affect their business. Letter claims Mexican cartel turned in men who killed two Americans 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z But Democrats may also be sympathetic to the effort to smooth over relations with Europeans, and reluctant to reopen debate over their signature climate legislation. U.S. and Europe Angle for New Deal to Resolve Climate Spat 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z The latest agreement, called the Windsor Framework, looks to smooth over some of the original protocol’s contradictions. Tea and a Photo-Op Put King Charles in Cross Hairs 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z The deal could avert a potential trade war between Britain and the E.U. and smooth over relations between the two sides that have been strained since Brexit. Your Tuesday Briefing: U.S. Treasury Secretary Visits Kyiv 2023-02-27T05:00:00Z It took months to develop a better understanding of each other and smooth over hard feelings. ‘It’s Complicated’: How Biden and Zelensky Forged a Wartime Partnership 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Yakuza bosses call him frequently, asking for advice or for help smoothing over a conflict. What’s a Japanese Mobster to Do in Retirement? Join a Softball Team. 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z Even if China does not succeed in smoothing over tensions with the United States, at least in the short term, there is another benefit to Beijing in allowing, or forcing, the issue to fade. China Tries to Play Down Balloon Dispute With Censorship and Memes 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z President Biden has tried to smooth over those tensions with Europe, but his critics at home say it’s clear that the U.S. needs to send assets and pressure its partners to do the same. Ukraine fumes as NATO members slow roll tank aid 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z It’s trying to smooth over the fact that a lot of what goes on in the workplace is drudgery or really taxing or tedious.” Changing how we talk can go a long way in banning toxic productivity from 2023 2022-12-29T05:00:00Z Biden, seeking to smooth over the tensions, conceded there are “glitches” in the IRA and “tweaks that can be made.” Biden says he might meet with Putin — but not now 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer announced the deal on Thursday between the chambers’ Democrats and Republicans, smoothing over objections from a small faction of senators in both parties. Senate reaches deal to impose labor agreement on railroad workers and prevent a strike 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z While the two leaders appear to have a warm personal relationship, they have lately had to smooth over a couple of major policy differences. France's Emmanuel Macron joins the Bidens for a White House state dinner 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z The state visit follows more than a year of U.S. efforts to smooth over relations with France, America’s oldest ally. Biden to welcome Macron amid turbulence in the Western alliance 2022-11-30T05:00:00Z Rybar, a popular Telegram channel, suggested that state-run television would try to “smooth over the bitter pill” by saying that history would eventually right the situation in Russia’s favor. Russia’s War Hawks Step Up Criticism of the Military Over Kherson Withdrawal 2022-11-13T05:00:00Z But Biden and Macron sought to smooth over their differences during their news conference, suggesting that the disputes can be worked out in coming months. Biden says he might meet with Putin — but not now 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z Apply the mastic with a caulk gun, but smooth over the bead with a gloved hand, a brush or a putty knife to ensure the material fills the gap. Advice | What makes paint bubble and peel, and how can I fix it? 2022-10-21T04:00:00Z Ye’s undeniable talent had always been thick enough to smooth over some of his qualities that could rub people the wrong way. Kanye West may have finally reached the point of no return 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z The sections underground were preserved and bear the carvings seen today; whatever was above-ground was wiped smooth over the centuries. Mashki Gate: Stunning ancient rock carvings found in Iraq 2022-10-19T04:00:00Z On Wednesday, however, some focused on Jean-Pierre’s attempts to smooth over the mistake. Biden mistakenly asks if deceased congresswoman is in audience 2022-09-28T04:00:00Z The win smoothed over a rough few days for Cleveland. Brissett, Browns rebound from collapse, beat Steelers 29-17 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z That said, they’ll need to work quickly to smooth over such a perplexing defeat. Perspective | Russell Wilson wanted a celebration. He left Seattle with jeers, and a loss. 2022-09-13T04:00:00Z The pointed grips on the Pro model are gone here, smoothed over to sit flush with the Switch console’s design. Hori’s Split Pad Compact adds a pop of color and customization to your Switch 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z The trip this week appears to have smoothed over a relationship ruffled last month when Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, at a news conference in Berlin, accused Israel of committing “50 Holocausts”. Israel, Germany tied by remembrance, president Herzog says 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z Averages are just found by smoothing over the dips and crests in a random chaotic system. Record rain is hitting drought-stricken areas. That’s not good news. 2022-08-25T04:00:00Z The meeting in Salt Lake City apparently helped smooth over some of those tensions. Facing risk of ‘dead pool,’ California water agencies consider Colorado River cuts 2022-09-04T04:00:00Z He has since focused on pushing for steeper carbon emissions cuts, tackling inflation and smoothing over Australia’s frosty relations with China. Australia’s leader goes to indie rock gig, chugs a beer, gets cheers 2022-08-23T04:00:00Z Same goes for video — clips are a little noisy in dim light, and in darker conditions, they’re noticeably smoothed over. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 review: almost there 2022-08-19T04:00:00Z Then seven years later during U.N. climate talks in Glasgow, a U.S.-China deal helped smooth over bumps to another international climate deal. EXPLAINER: On China, US and climate, action, not talk is key 2022-08-05T04:00:00Z Husband and wife frequently flare up at each other, but the trouble is always quickly smoothed over. ‘Desperate Characters’ and the Chaos That Lies Beneath 2022-07-13T04:00:00Z The Kremlin may see talks in Tehran as a chance to smooth over relations, especially if it wants help evading the kind of sanctions Iran has faced for years. Putin, Looking for Allies, Plans to Meet Leaders of Turkey and Iran 2022-07-12T04:00:00Z Levine suggests Thurman hoped Wright’s cachet would help smooth over some of the same problems that had bedeviled the Masons’ design, among them the District’s height restrictions. Perspective | Frank Lloyd Wright once designed a shimmering complex near Kalorama 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z He will make a detour to Paris to smooth over ties. Aukus: Australia's new PM vows 'reset' with France after submarine row 2022-06-24T04:00:00Z Israeli business and politicians are hoping that gas diplomacy will be potent enough to smooth over tensions related to Israel’s ongoing conflict with the Palestinians. Israel is hoping its gas will finally make it part of the Middle East 2022-06-20T04:00:00Z “We don’t always agree on everything, but because we’re democracies, we work through our disagreements with mutual respect and dialogue,” Biden told summit participants as he tried to smooth over the disputes. Biden juggles principles, pragmatism in stance on autocrats 2022-06-11T04:00:00Z It all speaks to the artist’s refusal to idealize, to smooth over particulars for the sake of the sitter’s vanity. Perspective | I don’t know Corneille de Lyon. I just know his portraits are alive. In his White House role, Landrieu must smooth over any differences, getting states and cities that are ultimately responsible for almost all infrastructure spending onboard with federal efforts. White House pushes for accountability on infrastructure spending 2022-04-29T04:00:00Z Misfires such as a soggy green papaya salad can be smoothed over by the engaging service at Thai Chef, a spinoff of the same-named restaurant in the District. Review | Tom Sietsema’s 7 favorite places to eat right now 2022-04-25T04:00:00Z Some say Trump’s words are a ploy to smooth over the matter until the election. Amid turmoil over his comments on Trump, McCarthy warns of 'attacks' on Republicans 2022-04-23T04:00:00Z Shutter speeds are often too slow, so subjects appear blurry and smoothed over from noise reduction, which isn’t a good look. TCL 30 V 5G review: even on a budget, you can do better 2022-04-23T04:00:00Z Biden will face pressure not only to pledge funds and other assistance to alleviate that problem, but also to smooth over a recent diplomatic spat between the United States and Poland. Biden heads to Europe to bolster the Western alliance 2022-03-22T04:00:00Z While hosts tend to try to smooth over weirdness during live events, Palmer moves past bumps like her teleprompter going down by simply saying, “My prompter is down. What are you getting into?” Hosts were just supposed to guide us from one commercial break to the next. Now we want them to help us make sense of the world. Some other welcome improvements include autosaves, skippable dialogue, and optional tutorials that help to smooth over some of the pacing issues of the original. The best deals on Nintendo Switch games right now 2022-02-02T05:00:00Z Scholz's Green and liberal junior coalition partners have a record of favouring harder lines, but the coalition has had to smooth over any differences in public. 'Whose side are you on?': Russia war threat shakes Ukraine's faith in ties with Germany 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z The bill’s sponsors tried to smooth over concerns from the industry and their colleagues over the legislation. Lawmakers approve Big Tech antitrust overhaul, but with strings attached 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z VW may have lost confidence from consumers after the diesel emission scandal; the electric reincarnation of the iconic Microbus may be the best thing to smooth over some of that skepticism. VW sets a date for the reveal of its production-ready electric Microbus 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z She said she believes Garza dismissed the case in part to smooth over “the acrimonious relationship” between prosecutors and police. Inside a district attorney’s campaign to reform the Austin police department It has also carried on his legacy of smoothing over China’s troubling conduct. Its Human Rights Record in Question, China Turns to an Old Friend 2021-12-14T05:00:00Z The call was intended to smooth over their conflict, but the conversation only escalated the tension further. Greene escalates GOP infighting, targets Mace for criticizing Boebert 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z Administration officials have been hoping that Ms. Harris’ diplomatic foray to France will help to boost her image while she works to smooth over recent tensions with America’s oldest ally. Emhoff defends vice president-wife in Paris amid low polls, French gaffe 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z In both cases, the party sought to smooth over schisms and restore unity within its ranks. China’s Xi lays way for third term in power at party meeting 2021-11-08T05:00:00Z The argument was quickly smoothed over, and the White Sox enjoyed a comfortable lead in the AL Central for much of the year. Tony La Russa returns to playoffs with Chicago White Sox 2021-10-05T04:00:00Z The core design improvements in Android 12 further smooth over some of the operating system’s edges — quite literally. Android 12 review: it’s mostly about the looks 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z Somehow, Ms. Pelosi and Mr. Schumer will most likely have to smooth over those disputes — and hope no others lurk beneath the surface — before a final version of that bill goes to a vote. For Schumer and Pelosi, the Challenge of a Career With No Margin for Error 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z But even then, the president had to step in to smooth over Manchin’s concerns at the 11th hour. The closer: Biden in familiar role, to unite party on $3.5T 2021-09-23T04:00:00Z As fallout mounted, Bolsonaro put out an official statement on Thursday afternoon seeking to smooth over his tussle with the Supreme Court, whose justices he has accused of preventing him from governing. Bolsonaro steps back from Supreme Court battle, boosting Brazil markets 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z Whereas most producers would have smoothed over Evans’ rawness, he harnessed it and set it to music that appealed to moms raised on Aretha and kids who knew every Biggie verse. Today, hip-hop and R&B are seamlessly intwined. You can thank Chucky Thompson for that 2021-08-15T04:00:00Z He ended up staying, and as he led La Liga with 30 goals, the sides seemed to smooth over lingering issues. Lionel Messi is leaving FC Barcelona, Spanish soccer club says 2021-08-05T04:00:00Z Many utilities are now installing large arrays of lithium-ion batteries, similar to those used in electric cars, to help smooth over fluctuations in supply. Energy Department Targets Vastly Cheaper Batteries to Clean Up the Grid 2021-07-14T04:00:00Z “If you need someone to assist in smoothing over hurt feelings, or breaking down barriers, I can think of no one better,” Mr. Young said. Coons, Biden’s Eyes and Ears in the Senate, Reaches for Bipartisanship 2021-05-25T04:00:00Z To be sure, the Nets are working through wrinkles typically smoothed over during a traditional training camp, or even the regular season. The Nets’ Starters Are Back Together. And So Are the Fans. 2021-05-23T04:00:00Z Jimmy Kimmel helped smooth over the botched best picture fiasco four years ago. Oscars 2021: What worked, what didn't and what's next 2021-04-26T04:00:00Z Many observers believe that Philip’s funeral will provide an ideal opportunity for “The Firm” to show a united front to the world and for the royal brothers to smooth over tensions. Royal funeral offers chance for William, Harry to reconcile 2021-04-14T04:00:00Z Democrats say they plan to seek their own changes through the legislative process, looking to smooth over tensions with Republicans and others in the business community. Democrats, Republicans and businesses gird for battle over Biden’s proposed tax hikes 2021-04-01T04:00:00Z This winter, too, Pakistan keenly awaited the UAE prince's visit, hoping his hunting trip would help smooth over a recent wrinkle in relations. Hunting rare birds in Pakistan to feed the sex drive of princes 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z After the game’s ending drew heavy criticism from fans, BioWare released an alternate ending to try to smooth over a vocal part of the fan base. Zack Snyder’s Justice League remains overshadowed by its social media campaign 2021-03-17T04:00:00Z But in a phone call with Ms. McDaniel over the weekend to smooth over the relationship, Mr. Trump played down any intent to directly target the R.N.C. or prevent it from reaching its donors. Trump, Hungry for Power, Tries to Wrestle Away G.O.P. Fund-Raising 2021-03-09T05:00:00Z Even in bright daylight shots details look smoothed over, and it’s just not up to low light photography. The LG Stylo 6 is an affordable but flawed device with a stylus 2021-02-26T05:00:00Z He was skeptical that Democrats would be able to smooth over any perceived deficiencies in another round of legislation. ‘Expecting a third check’: Left fights against lower thresholds for stimulus 2021-02-07T05:00:00Z A few weeks after taking office, Biden and his team are confronted with numerous challenges, including smoothing over chaotic operations, boosting flagging morale and staffing up agencies that dwindled. Trump left behind a damaged government. Here’s what Biden faces as he rebuilds it. 2021-02-06T05:00:00Z But Trump has been nervous enough about it that he finally broke five days of the cold shoulder to invite his vice president to the Oval Office on Monday night to smooth over their split. Pence Reached His Limit With Trump. It Wasn’t Pretty. 2021-01-12T05:00:00Z President Donald Trump to smooth over divisions, but Biden is expected to be tougher on Turkey over foreign and defence policies and Ankara’s human rights record. Turkey does not expect U.S. sanctions over Russian S-400s under Biden 2020-11-26T05:00:00Z Catherine Coleman Flowers, an environmental activist in Montgomery, Ala., and a Sanders surrogate on the panel, said Kerry helped smooth over disagreements involving nuclear energy and other issues during Zoom meetings. Biden names John Kerry as presidential climate envoy 2020-11-23T05:00:00Z Now, a source close to the exes tells Us Weekly that their time apart hasn't smoothed over any past conflict and that tension between the two is only getting worse. Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green's tension worsens months after split: source 2020-11-11T05:00:00Z A bitter leadership challenge within the party earlier this year appeared to have been smoothed over. Belize electing new government amid rising coronavirus cases 2020-11-11T05:00:00Z To smooth over the ways this is amoral requires disassembling cause-and-effect and, ultimately, denying the systemic nature of all things. Trump's response to the pandemic has always been dishonest and cruel | Rebecca Solnit 2020-10-08T04:00:00Z Gentle heat and the mix of oil and sugar smooth over shortcomings. Everything You Love About Tomatoes, Amplified 2020-09-16T04:00:00Z He testified that he smoothed over the murder with her brother-in-law, David Gavaldon. Governor again overrules parole board recommendation to free ex-Mexican Mafia member 2020-09-19T04:00:00Z After the president’s public dressing down, Redfield tried to smooth over the rift by recalibrating his own answers from earlier in the day. Trump rebukes CDC chief over masks, vaccine timeline 2020-09-16T04:00:00Z This goes wrong, and the duo spend the rest of the film trying to smooth over increasingly dire mistakes they make in the future as they continue to neglect the present. Bill & Ted Face the Music is a movie for the year we lost 2020-09-16T04:00:00Z Norvell ended up smoothing over the discrepancy with Wilson, and the team moved on. Norvell should have easy act to follow at Florida State 2020-09-01T04:00:00Z And while Pimco’s fund and other foreign investors may profit by participating in the program, their investment is also helping to keep more money flowing into the Fed’s program, smoothing over U.S. securitization markets. How Pimco’s Cayman-Based Hedge Fund Can Profit From the Fed’s Rescue 2020-07-30T04:00:00Z Work crews are already on site smoothing over the cracks in the land found Monday, Fisher said. Storm causes erosion at Trump backers’ private border wall 2020-07-29T04:00:00Z In previous tense moments, the two leaders, Mr. Trump and Mr. Xi, sometimes smoothed over differences with a long phone call or a meeting. Beijing’s Tightrope: Stand Tough, but Avoid a Full Rupture With the U.S. 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z Both said the organization needs to have people working to smooth over potential trademark issues and ask a broad and diverse group of people to suggest potential names and react to the final possibilities. Most re-brands take months. Washington’s NFL team only has a couple of weeks. 2020-07-14T04:00:00Z The framework was created by six task forces composed of Biden and Sanders allies, which was meant to smooth over lingering tensions from the Democratic primary. Striking populist tone, Joe Biden touts $700-billion plan to boost U.S. manufacturing 2020-07-09T04:00:00Z The film has also provoked some dissent from some reviewers for presenting an antiseptic portrait of Kennedy, smoothing over the complications of her legacy. One of the world’s foremost authorities on Mexican food is British. A new film reckons with her legacy. 2020-06-17T04:00:00Z Trump administration officials are confident that Mr. Ratcliffe can smooth over lingering unease with assurances that he will set aside his own political views and refocus intelligence agencies on emerging global threats. Trump Ally Sees Easier Path to Intelligence Post in Second Attempt 2020-05-04T04:00:00Z Some smooth over the municipal bond market by accepting local debt — which is issued to build roads and finance schools — as collateral. How Powell and Mnuchin Became the Duo in Charge of Saving the Economy 2020-03-31T04:00:00Z It spent years, in fact, trying to smooth over tense relations with its international partners. USA Track joins swimming in pushing for Olympic postponement 2020-03-21T04:00:00Z But the regular fray of day-to-day crises, minutely avoided and privately smoothed over, will turn into something quite different when everyone is facing the same crisis, and it’s continuous. School closures will lay bare the private struggles so many of us endure | Zoe Williams 2020-03-10T04:00:00Z The Republican vice president and Democratic governor sought to smooth over their political differences during the former’s visit. Inslee on Trump coronavirus feud: 'I don’t care what Donald Trump thinks of me' 2020-03-08T05:00:00Z For Mr Trump - and Mr Modi - exhibiting a level of bonhomie can help smooth over differences when tough talks come up. What Donald Trump gets out of his trip to India 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z And there’s a lot of smoothing over for your pro. Footprints, sandy greens and sore ankles: Why poor bunker raking rankles golfers 2020-02-14T05:00:00Z At Haleakala, after “semiannual meetings with a native Hawaiian working group,” telescope officials were “able to smooth over a lot of that contention,” said David Boboltz, program director for the NSF’s astronomy division. Most detailed close-ups of sun reveal massive, turbulent solar plasma 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z Secretary of State Mike Pompeo underscored Washington’s support for Ukraine on a visit to Kiev on Friday, as both countries sought to smooth over relations buffeted by the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump. Pompeo pledges support for Ukraine as impeachment trial rumbles 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z So a new, dedicated presence in Paris and a substantial increase in its investment in local productions may help smooth over that once-soured relationship. Netflix will nearly double the number of French language originals 2020-01-17T05:00:00Z Mr. Kushner has also served as the peacemaker in trade negotiations with Mexico and China, smoothing over disputes and serving as a mediator between foreign officials and Mr. Trump. Kushner’s Global Role Shrinks as He Tackles Another: The 2020 Election 2020-01-09T05:00:00Z Late-night hosts took apart the latest speech from Donald Trump and his attempts to smooth over an international conflict he started in the first place. Jimmy Kimmel on Trump: 'I think he needs to be rebooted' 2020-01-09T05:00:00Z Kuchar eventually won the match, and the two came out with an awkward video a few days later in which they claimed things were smoothed over. Golf's biggest controversies of 2019 - Golf Digest 2019-12-26T05:00:00Z Still, the attendance at the meeting may offer a hint that there is more smoothing over to be done. Elizabeth Warren to hold private meeting with tribal leaders Sunday in effort to atone for past claims 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z Trump met face-to-face with Erdogan in November to smooth over relations. Senate passes resolution formally recognizing Armenian genocide 2019-12-12T05:00:00Z “If I’m Palantir, what I’m going to do is make sure on the campuses where we’ve had a lot of success bringing in people, we have representatives there smoothing over issues with ICE,” Heller said. Tech recruiters were once welcomed on campus. Now they face protests 2019-12-07T05:00:00Z Where any degree of discontent might not be smoothed over by a whipped-up slice of Don Cherry pie: Column: A Stephen A. Smith-Skip Bayless reunion might be better than a 'Simpsons' parody 2019-11-24T05:00:00Z Officials set policy to achieve stable inflation and maximum employment over time, and their job is to smooth over business cycles. Fed Unlikely to Cut Rates Again Unless Economy Shows Signs of Weakening 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z Transitions between administrations — particularly those from opposing parties — are often filled with rough patches that eventually smooth over. State Department watchdog says employee was wrongfully penalized after conservative media questioned her views 2019-11-14T05:00:00Z Listen carefully and you should still be able to sense the highs and lows of his young adulthood, even though everything is being sung in breezy deadpan, smoothed over by time. Andy Aylward’s new songs traveled through time and space to get here 2019-11-05T05:00:00Z But in the face of growing public outrage, the co-founder of the upstart born under the motto “Move fast and break things” is learning the art of smoothing over and piecing back together. From toast of town to toxic: Facebook CEO on outs with Dems 2019-11-04T05:00:00Z “It was eventually smoothed over through diplomatic channels,” said the American official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to address delicate diplomatic interactions. Russia Held Up an Ailing American Military Attaché From Leaving Moscow 2019-11-02T04:00:00Z They own so many parts of our lives, so why shouldn’t they also own the cheery soundbites that are designed to smooth over psychic pain like a slick swish of buttercream? Kylie Jenner has found three little words that sum up our age of anxiety | Jean Hannah Edelstein 2019-10-28T04:00:00Z An authorized biography, they note, “sweeps away all kinds of details and smooths over contradictions”. Testosterone book sifts truths from tall tales 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z Farmers have been furious with Trump for waiving ethanol blending requirements, which the EPA has tried to smooth over with vague promises for the corn-based fuel. Trump mounting troubles in Iowa could spell doom for Republicans | Art Cullen 2019-10-13T04:00:00Z Doing so should keep episodes like last month’s from repeating by creating a steady supply of dollars to smooth over tumultuous moments. Fed Unveils Plan to Expand Balance Sheet but Insists It’s Not Q.E. 2019-10-11T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, Bolton was left to try to smooth over backlash in Washington and abroad over Trump’s policy decision on Syria. Trump decision to pull US troops from Syria brings back past conflicts with Bolton, Mattis 2019-10-07T04:00:00Z Boylen got off to a rocky start with his players before things smoothed over and guided the Bulls to a 17-41 record the rest of the way. Bulls set sights on making big jump to playoffs 2019-09-30T04:00:00Z As the whistleblower describes it, White House and State Department officials did their best to hide or smooth over Mr. Trump’s improper behavior. Opinion | The whistleblower adds to the case that Trump offered Ukraine’s president a quid pro quo 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z The panel has a long history of smoothing over its differences on abortion in the interest of getting its legislation passed, however, and both sides want to press on and work out the challenges. Abortion, border wall put major spending bills into disarray 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z According to the New York Times, Ross warned the agency’s acting administrator heads would roll unless the dispute was smoothed over. US briefing: Wilbur Ross, Taliban talks and vaping lawsuits 2019-09-10T04:00:00Z Thomas jumped in occasionally to smooth over the edges with her calming baritone. I wanted to read an article about black motherhood that wasn’t a horror story. So I wrote it myself. 2019-09-04T04:00:00Z After the album's release, Braun took to Twitter in an attempt to smooth over relations with the superstar. Taylor Swift's Lover is 'upbeat' but 'feels baggy' 2019-08-23T04:00:00Z It outflanked critics who questioned where the money will come from, particularly if Britain leaves the EU - its biggest trading partner - without a deal to smooth over the disruption that would cause. An archetypal rebel: how Johnson's chief adviser is driving Brexit 2019-08-08T04:00:00Z They were courted by a Beijing official to smooth over Hong Kong’s handover from British to Communist Party rule in 1997. China’s backers and ‘triad’ gangs have a history of common foes. Hong Kong protesters fear they are next. 2019-07-23T04:00:00Z After Obama won the primary, Emerson worked to smooth over the hard feelings on L.A.'s Westside. Hollywood donors handing out cash to multiple 2020 candidates in effort to beat Trump 2019-07-18T04:00:00Z Liam Fox, Britain’s international trade secretary, was set to meet on Tuesday with Ivanka Trump, the president’s daughter and senior adviser, in a bid to smooth over tensions. Donald Trump: UK ambassador is 'a very stupid guy' – live updates 2019-07-09T04:00:00Z Liam Fox, the international trade secretary, was in Washington on Monday to attempt to smooth over relations and was due to apologise for the leak to Ivanka Trump, the president’s daughter and adviser. Donald Trump: we will no longer deal with the British ambassador 2019-07-08T04:00:00Z Biden shot back in public that Booker was the one who should apologize but also called him privately to try to smooth over tensions. Joe Biden remains publicly mum about upset over his remarks about segregationist senators 2019-06-21T04:00:00Z “But it all seems to be smoothing over,” she says. What to know before buying that dream vacation home in another country 2019-06-12T04:00:00Z The Senate voted 23-16 on Monday to approve a compromise smoothing over small differences in the bill. South Carolina: Tax break for Carolina Panthers near passage 2019-05-20T04:00:00Z Tip the batter into the prepared tin and smooth over the top with a spatula. Four easy gluten-free cake recipes | Anja Dunk 2019-05-11T04:00:00Z Do you cast actors who lack the specialized skill of the characters and hope to smooth over the joins, if you can, with body doubles, cutaway shots, and so on? “The White Crow” and the Difficulty with Dance Movies 2019-04-26T04:00:00Z President Trump heads to Ohio on Wednesday to take credit for reviving an Ohio tank factory, attempting to smooth over economic trouble signs in a politically crucial state where his trade war is hurting manufacturing. Trump visits Ohio factory for tanks Army didn’t want, as tariffs hurt other workers 2019-03-20T04:00:00Z In the end, those differences were smoothed over internally, without any public discord. AP Exclusive: Anti-Maduro coalition grew from secret talks 2019-01-25T05:00:00Z Now, with migration becoming a growing irritant in that relationship, Mr. Morales is anxious to smooth over the tensions. Guatemala Cautious on Young Migrants’ Deaths, Wary of Angering U.S. 2018-12-28T05:00:00Z The Journal also reported that members of Trump's administration are thinking of setting up a private meeting with the president and Powell in order to smooth over ill feelings between the two men. Republican economists are desperately trying to get Trump to stop tweeting: report 2018-12-26T05:00:00Z It is possible that this long tenure of service could smooth over any rough feelings that might be caused as a result of Mulvaney’s remarks. Acting chief of staff Mick Mulvaney once called Trump a "terrible human being" 2018-12-16T05:00:00Z There were rumors their relationship was going to disappear as well — you could even bet on whether Paulina was going to be in Paris for the Ryder Cup — but things got smoothed over. The year in PGA Tour WAGS (2018): Clutch caddying, romantic proposals, and one super fancy gala - Golf Digest 2018-12-14T05:00:00Z That post is deleted now, and Van Wagenen spoke with Commissioner Rob Manfred last month, smoothing over any hard feelings about the collusion charge. The Mets’ New G.M. Prefers Boldness to Bargains. Now Comes His Big Chance. 2018-12-07T05:00:00Z Nauert was mostly a polished and unflappable defender of administration policy, smoothing over frequent rifts between the Trump’s first secretary of state, Rex Tillerson, and the White House. Who is Heather Nauert? The new UN ambassador with little experience 2018-12-07T05:00:00Z The passing of a president is always an occasion for nostalgia, and the rougher spots in a man’s biography tend to be smoothed over for a time. At farewell to Bush, a yearning for decency, moderation and compromise 2018-12-04T05:00:00Z “The stone has been completely smoothed over and the features are perfect and symmetrical, even delineating cheekbones. It has an impressive nose and a mouth with distinct teeth.” 9,000-year-old rare stone mask discovered in Israel 2018-11-29T05:00:00Z Any rough edges are smoothed over by a high-minded, intellectual, respectful sense of fashion history. Is Edward Enninful the next Anna Wintour? 2018-11-19T05:00:00Z However, things were smoothed over and the divorce was not finalized. Robert De Niro and his wife, Grace Hightower, split after 2 decades: reports 2018-11-20T05:00:00Z And while that sealed the victory, it did little to smooth over the jagged edges of a second straight rough effort by the Rams defense. Aaron Donald's 2.5 sacks against Seattle give him season-best 12.5 ... with six games to go - Los Angeles Times 2018-11-12T05:00:00Z Jared Kushner, the president’s senior adviser and son-in-law, played a significant role in smoothing over the final sticking points between the United States and Canada, according to officials. Trump Hails Revised Nafta Deal, and Sets Up a Showdown With China 2018-10-01T04:00:00Z The meeting on Friday with Mr. Pichai, which Mr. McCarthy and eight other Republican lawmakers attended, seemed to smooth over relations. Google Chief Agrees to Testify to Congress 2018-09-28T04:00:00Z I spent several hours recently touring the company’s offices, watching as sound effects were layered in, virtual guns were tweaked to perform better and rough edges on characters were smoothed over. It's battle stations for game developer Treyarch, maker of 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 4' - Los Angeles Times 2018-09-28T04:00:00Z He carries with him high ambitions: to reset the Turkish-German relationship and smooth over profound differences of opinion and policy. Germany welcomes Turkey's Erdogan with gritted teeth 2018-09-27T04:00:00Z As he nursed his perceived wounds, Mr. Trump dispatched the vice president to Minnesota to smooth over any tension with members of the American Legion, a wartime veterans service organization. President Trump Had a Lot to Say at His Rally and on Twitter. But Not About John McCain. 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z These are lines, like his old "You're fired" from "The Apprentice," that help him smooth over times when he has nothing to say but wants his fans to applaud like trained seals. Donald Trump seems chastened at West Virginia coal rally; no mention of Cohen, Manafort 2018-08-22T04:00:00Z All memorials smooth over history, leaving out much of the passion, the tragedy, and, most of all, the stories of the victims. What the Provincetown AIDS Memorial Leaves Out 2018-07-27T04:00:00Z Dr Edwards said while relations had been strained before, neither government now had "any substantial interest in smoothing over those differences". Is Australia and NZ 'mateship' in trouble? 2018-07-27T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump, for his part, attempted to smooth over his comments and reaffirm his faith in America’s intelligence community, in a tweet from Air Force One on his way back to the states. Nancy Pelsoi, Chuck Schumer blast Donald Trump for behavior with Vladimir Putin at Helsinki summit 2018-07-16T04:00:00Z The purpose of these private meetings isn’t to smooth over differences just yet. Smile! Supreme Court nominees and the art of the schmooze 2018-07-11T04:00:00Z Dermer said the meeting was an important way to establish a “strong personal rapport” between the leaders and to smooth over any previous misunderstandings. Donald Trump’s New World Order 2018-06-11T04:00:00Z The letter delivered Friday was meant to smooth over the rift of the past week, although its contents were undisclosed. Trump Announces Summit Meeting With Kim Jong-un Is Back on 2018-06-01T04:00:00Z His flow does much to smooth over any quibbles around authenticity. Pusha T: Daytona review – Kanye ably props up rap's best drug storyteller 2018-05-25T04:00:00Z Senior researchers could smooth over differences by discussing how the student prefers to receive comments, she suggests. How to fit in when you join a lab abroad 2018-05-22T04:00:00Z Prosecutors say he accepted free hotel rooms, food, alcohol and entertainment from RIU Hotel Group in exchange for smoothing over permits during a renovation project at a Miami Beach hotel. Florida judge faces reprimand over free hotel nights, gifts 2018-05-07T04:00:00Z Trump, for his part, tried to smooth over any disagreements with Abe. Trump says talks with North Korea are already in high gear, tries to reassure Japan 2018-04-17T04:00:00Z Pence’s to-do list included smoothing over differences with Mexico, America’s southern neighbor, amid unease over Trump’s decision to send troops to the border and harsh rhetoric on immigration. In Peru for summit, Pence offers support for Syrian strike 2018-04-15T04:00:00Z A series of high-level meetings between Indian and Chinese officials are being billed in India as an attempt to smooth over an increasingly tense relationship. India Spurns the Dalai Lama’s Celebration, Worried About China 2018-03-29T04:00:00Z Boeing swiftly moved to smooth over the glitch in its visa application system and the Russians were allowed in. Trump Russia announcement catches Boeing off guard; spying an everyday concern for defense contractor 2018-03-26T04:00:00Z He again used humor and gentle ribbing to smooth over the most ardent of Reign fans. Seattle Reign kick off season with new coach, 13 new players 2018-03-23T04:00:00Z The able performers do their best to smooth over certain scattershot motivations and segues. In 'Pigs and Chickens,' the IT department needs a help desk of its own 2018-03-23T04:00:00Z A White House official said the group smoothed over differences over a number of items, including the wall and other border issues, as well as transportation and military funding. Congressional Leaders Agree on $1.3 Trillion Spending Bill as Deadline Looms 2018-03-21T04:00:00Z Trump’s son-in-law and senior adviser, Jared Kushner, traveled to Mexico City last week to try to smooth over the tensions. Trump says he rejected Mexico request about border wall 2018-03-11T05:00:00Z Liu was dispatched to Washington to smooth over ties with China’s largest trading partner. China asks US for talks, liaison to defuse trade tensions 2018-03-02T05:00:00Z White House officials have been trying to smooth over the dispute in a way that would allow Kushner to continue his work, the source familiar with the matter said. Trump: Chief of staff Kelly to settle Kushner security dispute 2018-02-23T05:00:00Z That tends to muddy the waters, even if those waters are frozen, smoothed over with a Zamboni and emblazoned with Olympic rings. In U.S. women’s hockey rout of Russians, Olympic controversies are put on ice 2018-02-13T05:00:00Z Pence’s regional tour is aimed partly at smoothing over relations with U.S. allies in the wake of Trump’s controversial decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. Jordan’s king delivers pointed remarks to Pence on Jerusalem 2018-01-21T05:00:00Z Trump’s son-in-law and senior adviser, Jared Kushner, traveled to Mexico City last week to try to smooth over the tensions. Trump says he rejected Mexico request about border wall 2018-03-11T05:00:00Z Scattered around the cavern were a couple dozen workers, running drills, smoothing over soil and checking electrical systems. The Most Expensive Mile of Subway Track on Earth 2017-12-28T05:00:00Z White House officials have been trying to smooth over the dispute in a way that would allow Kushner to continue his work, the source familiar with the matter said. Trump: Chief of staff Kelly to settle Kushner security dispute 2018-02-23T05:00:00Z These would include a workforce coordinator, to help with Amazon’s employment needs, as well as a community- relations official to smooth over Amazon conflicts throughout Boston. This City Hall, brought to you by Amazon 2017-11-24T05:00:00Z She later huddles with employees she silences to smooth over “what might be considered rude behavior,” Ms. Spann says. Can You Keep Your Meeting to Five Minutes? 2017-11-07T05:00:00Z A more conventional Republican president might have smoothed over some of these intraparty conflicts, and almost certainly would have managed passing legislation with more skill. Opinion | The G.O.P. Is a Mess. It’s Not All Trump’s Fault. 2017-10-13T04:00:00Z Still, he took the opportunity to smooth over the backlash from Trump’s tweets that morning threatening a limit to the federal government’s help for hurricane-battered Puerto Rico. White House Chief of Staff John Kelly says he's neither quitting nor getting fired 2017-10-12T04:00:00Z Ms. Duke traveled to Puerto Rico on Friday and tried to smooth over the flap, agreeing that the situation on the ground “is not satisfactory.” Trump Lashes Out at Puerto Rico Mayor Who Complained About Storm Response 2017-09-30T04:00:00Z All might be smoothed over in the end. Vote: Is the big tariff on Canada’s jet good for America? 2017-09-29T04:00:00Z Data might seem infinite but there’s no reason to believe that the enormous profits made from it would simply smooth over the many contradictions of the current economic system. Silicon Valley has been humbled. But its schemes are as dangerous as ever 2017-09-02T04:00:00Z After calling in state militias for reinforcements, President George Washington, via Virginia Governor General Henry Lee, pardoned the "Whiskey Rebels," thus smoothing over the matter and establishing a record of mercy. How President Trump's Pardon of Joe Arpaio Breaks With White House History 2017-08-26T04:00:00Z The expected Justice Department announcement could be a way to smooth over difficulties between the president and the attorney general. White House leaks will face crackdown, Justice Department says 2017-07-31T04:00:00Z While things seemed to be smoothing over in Scaramucci’s professional life, the New York Post reported there was also turbulence in his personal life. Anthony Scaramucci: His 10 Days in the White House 2017-07-31T04:00:00Z As long as Cousins is on the roster, he will smooth over any issues publicly, make the franchise look as good as he can and resist being a defiant employee. Perspective | The Redskins don’t deserve a quarterback as balanced and calm as Kirk Cousins 2017-07-27T04:00:00Z And that link to a better past helped smooth over what otherwise might have been controversial hires. Perspective | The Redskins eventually will run out of heroes from the ’80s 2017-07-24T04:00:00Z The nine-foot thick concrete walls, floors and ceilings are all smoothed over, humming with the whir of ventilation ducts and the low buzz of battery-powered LED lighting. Part of Hudson Yards Tunnels Is Nearly Done. Now It Sits, Unused. 2017-07-20T04:00:00Z Facing few good options, Mr. McConnell last week signaled that Congress will have to patch up Obamacare’s ailing markets if Republicans cannot smooth over their differences and pass a replacement plan. Conservatives, moderates split over health care bill 2017-07-09T04:00:00Z On Wednesday, the president met with Pope Francis in the Vatican, where the leaders sought to smooth over any philosophical differences and made a mutual pledge to work for peace. Manchester, Rodrigo Duterte, Pope Francis: Your Morning Briefing 2017-05-24T04:00:00Z In Israel, Trump will meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, looking to smooth over fresh tensions. Trump’s first foreign trip has high stakes at each stop 2017-05-19T04:00:00Z In late April, Vice President Mike Pence helped smooth over relations when during a visit to Australia, he confirmed the countries’ “strong and historic alliance.” Trump and Australian Leader, Who Had January Spat, Are to Meet in New York 2017-05-03T04:00:00Z His performance is so compelling that it smooths over the shortcomings in the script, direction and budget. Review: Clunky ‘Sleight’ showcases new lead Jacob Latimore 2017-04-27T04:00:00Z It is better to disagree openly, she suggested, than to smooth over differences and not advance on policy. Ivanka Trump Is Jeered in Berlin After Defending Her Father 2017-04-25T04:00:00Z Pence’s visit Down Under, part of his 10-day, four-country trip to the Pacific Rim, is widely viewed as an effort to smooth over relations with Australia. Pence reaffirms US-Australia alliance after Trump spat 2017-04-22T04:00:00Z He smoothed over Jonesboro Baptist members and continued preaching. Professor gives presentation on Jonesboro church feuds 2017-04-17T04:00:00Z Estes rarely mentions Trump, but he did reference “fair trade” at the Cruz rally, smoothing over an issue that divides Kansans. Republicans undertake unexpected rescue mission in deep red Kansas 2017-04-10T04:00:00Z Keep the retirement age at 62, but smooth over differences between state and private pensions. French presidential election: how the candidates compare 2017-04-04T04:00:00Z By last December relations had deteriorated so badly that Mr. Landgren had devised a plan to “restore mutual trust and respect” to smooth over difficulties between Dr. Bard and the faculty. Cincinnati Law Dean Is Put on Leave After Proposing Ways to Cut Budget 2017-03-30T04:00:00Z The White House said Tuesday that it is negotiating a “manager’s amendment” to smooth over Republican concerns, though didn’t say what that would entail. Republican health care plan breaks all of Donald Trump’s campaign vows 2017-03-14T04:00:00Z House Republicans on Thursday said leaders want to smooth over party divisions and pass their Obamacare repeal plan within three weeks, as the GOP scrambles to keep its health care promises before the Easter break. House GOP eyes three-week plan on Obamacare; Ryan: ‘We’re going to unify’ 2017-03-02T05:00:00Z Mr. Mnuchin said the administration was working with House and Senate Republicans to smooth over differences among them on tax policy, with the aim of passing major legislation before Congress leaves for its August recess. The Daily 202: Will anti-Trump backlash let Democrats win the Georgia special election to replace Tom Price? 2017-02-23T05:00:00Z Some of Trump efforts Tuesday seemed aimed at smoothing over past rifts with minority communities. After delay and amid pressure, Trump denounces racism and anti-Semitism 2017-02-21T05:00:00Z Commentators here generally anticipate that the U.S. envoys will attempt to smooth over the incendiary rhetoric toward Mexico that has emanated from Trump since before he took office last month. With Trump's envoys coming, Mexicans are hoping their government will take a harder line against the U.S. 2017-02-21T05:00:00Z Management “pushed for an understanding” and tried to help smooth over the situation by inviting her and other co-workers of varying backgrounds to bring in ethnic foods to share. Years after immigrating, family feels more rejected 2017-02-18T05:00:00Z There was at least one instance where Verma crossed the line in Indiana when she was dispatched by HP to help smooth over a billing dispute, said Minot. Pick for Medicare post faces questions on Indiana contracts 2017-02-15T05:00:00Z Yet Corker, who has spent many hours at the White House with the president and his national security team, remains optimistic that Trump’s top advisers will help smooth over any feathers that Trump ruffles. Hill Republicans’ new role: Playing cleanup with the world for President Trump 2017-02-02T05:00:00Z Instead of smoothing over rough edges, he allows screws and other raw elements to show as a way of leaving his fingerprints on his work, differentiating the handmade from the machine-made. Après-art: how an Aspen ski resort became a retreat for art's biggest names 2017-01-23T05:00:00Z His day was spent in part trying to smooth over another dispute, traveling to the CIA mid-afternoon to express his support for the agency. Huge rallies may signal an emerging anti-Trump movement. But sustaining unity could prove difficult 2017-01-22T05:00:00Z Pompeo, a Kansas Republican congressman set to run an agency with which Trump has openly feuded, sought during his confirmation hearing last week to smooth over his more controversial proposals. Democratic senator delays confirmation vote for president's pick to run CIA 2017-01-20T05:00:00Z On Tuesday, Mr. Cuomo apparently tried to smooth over chafed feelings by suggesting that his efforts were halfhearted, according to Senator James Tedisco, a Republican. New York Budget Hinges on Contentious Tax on the Rich 2017-01-18T05:00:00Z “Which was help people understand each other, smooth over differences, show maybe you are not as far apart as you think.” Breitbart’s Man in Rome: A Gentle Voice in a Strident Chorus 2017-01-10T05:00:00Z Facebook is turning to a former television news journalist to help smooth over its strained ties to the news media, which views it as both a vital partner and a potentially devastating opponent. Facebook Hires Campbell Brown to Lead News Partnerships Team 2017-01-06T05:00:00Z Later, when talking with reporters in the Seattle area, Bennett appeared to be trying to smooth over his remarks about travel: Seattle’s Bennett weighs in on white RBs, Tate’s physique 2017-01-03T05:00:00Z The agreements mark the latest moves for Trump’s business to smooth over potential problem spots in the remaining weeks before his inauguration. These hotel workers just took on Trump — and won 2016-12-21T05:00:00Z Mr. Trump also has been smoothing over relationships with the GOP establishment that he ran against in the campaign. Donald Trump hosts Silicon Valley titans in latest bid to turn antagonists into allies 2016-12-14T05:00:00Z Trump has said he favors increased military spending, but tapping Mulvaney could help smooth over intraparty clashes between House leaders and the hard right. For GOP lawmakers, an attempt at harmony — and a potential collision course with Trump 2016-12-06T05:00:00Z No staff were in the room during the meeting, but Earnest stressed it was unrealistic to expect the meeting to smooth over all that gone beforehand. Obama and Trump put differences aside in first meeting at the White House 2016-11-10T05:00:00Z The news item about the call was quietly removed from the Ukrainian president’s website, and on Thursday, the Kyrgyz and Ukrainian foreign ministers spoke by telephone and attempted to smooth over the incident. Prank call mystery surrounds Ukraine president 2016-11-04T04:00:00Z The candidates did not smooth over any differences on this issue. What we learned in the final presidential debate: Trump won't commit to the election results 2016-10-19T04:00:00Z Trump’s running mate has a long record of supporting antiabortion and conservative causes, and he is now the key to smoothing over relationships with skeptical antiabortion and Christian leaders. There’s a reason many antiabortion leaders support Trump: His running mate 2016-10-01T04:00:00Z They are blanketing the deal with legal process to try to smooth over the conflict of interest stemming from Elon Musk’s ownership interest in both companies. Lawyers Burnish Tesla’s Deal for SolarCity 2016-09-02T04:00:00Z The one app that is getting a big update this year is Photos, which Apple launched last year with the thankless task of replacing iPhoto and smoothing over years of frustration. macOS Sierra review: Apple reaches for the clouds 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z By smoothing over Trump’s hatefulness with comedy, he allowed the Republican candidate’s supporters to say “Hey, can’t you all take a joke?!” No, Jimmy Fallon, Donald Trump isn't a laughing matter | Steven Thrasher 2016-09-16T04:00:00Z Still, leaders are looking to smooth over personal and political differences. EU Leaders Convene to Discuss Post-Brexit Plans 2016-09-16T04:00:00Z They walked along slippery flagstones that had been worn smooth over centuries of use, and stepped on the flat tombstones of departed pre-Reformation monks. Gucci’s Renaissance Man 2016-09-12T04:00:00Z They manage risk, which often means minimizing complaints and smoothing over problems without actually fixing them. Gretchen Carlson’s settlement with Fox News shows the ‘Mad Men’ days are waning 2016-09-08T04:00:00Z The contradiction is interesting enough, but it doesn’t entirely help smooth over the director’s ill-conceived flourishes — a reliance on slow-motion, for example, as if it were about to be made illegal. Justin Tipping's nimble East Bay drama 'Kicks' is about a lot more than sneakers 2016-09-08T04:00:00Z “You can’t just talk to people like that and think it’s going to just smooth over,” he said. Donald Trump's visit to Detroit black church greeted by protest and prayer 2016-09-03T04:00:00Z Vice President Joe Biden arrives Wednesday in the Turkish capital, Ankara, aiming to smooth over recent strains but with limited leverage. In Turkey, Biden aims to mend wobbly ties to key NATO ally 2016-08-23T04:00:00Z Yet critics said that by suggesting a partial ban, the interior minister was trying merely to smooth over divisions within his and Merkel’s Christian Democratic Party on the issue. German interior minister proposes partial burqa ban 2016-08-19T04:00:00Z Studs Terkel, in his oral history of working life, didn’t smooth over the struggles of blue-collar workers. Too Old for Hard Labor, but Still on the Job 2016-08-12T04:00:00Z “I don’t want a political career,” Ward claimed, smoothing over the four years she’s already spent as a state politician. Arizona’s Lady Trump: Kelli Ward is running a Donald-esque primary challenge to John McCain — and she just might win 2016-08-04T04:00:00Z Michael J. LoPuzzo, the commander of the detective squad, said the witnesses were separated so differences in their stories could not be smoothed over. Social Circles Collide on a Dance Floor. Then a Brawl Ends in Death. 2016-08-04T04:00:00Z Americans expect too much from their politicians when it comes to smoothing over public problems. Why Calls for a ‘National Conversation’ Are Futile 2016-08-02T04:00:00Z A follow up with a specialist determined that Ny’Ana had subtle physical signs of alcohol exposure, including a slightly smaller head and a smoothing over of the philtrum, the natural indentation below the nose. St. Paul mother speaks out against drinking during pregnancy 2016-08-01T04:00:00Z The Pentagon scrambled on Friday to smooth over ties with Turkey, after comments by a senior general about that country’s recent coup attempt triggered a backlash from Turkish leaders. Pentagon scrambles to patch up ties with Turkey at pivotal moment in Islamic State fight 2016-07-29T04:00:00Z It’s not solely for the reasons Sanders suggested—the failure of Democratic leaders to compete—but marshaling his troops in that endeavor might help smooth over the views of Democrats smarting over Sanders’ strategies. Bernie Sanders lists his demands and declines to praise Hillary Clinton — but how much leverage does he have left? 2016-06-17T04:00:00Z The FPÖ, like Marine Le Pen’s National Front in France, is in a fourth category: hard-right parties reaching new voters by smoothing over their extremism. So long, farewell? 2016-05-26T04:00:00Z I'm sure a lot of politicians hope that finding a convenient scapegoat to fire will help smooth over the public's anger. T.S.A. Replaces Security Chief as Tension Grows at Airports and Agency 2016-05-23T04:00:00Z In its less hypocritical expressions, Cold War liberalism was about fighting Soviet communism around the world, while smoothing over the contradictions of capitalism and providing wider equality, justice and prosperity at home. No, Hillary Clinton isn’t a Republican — but the resemblance is striking 2016-05-15T04:00:00Z Golf’s ruling bodies had seven years to smooth over the ruffled feathers of sponsors or tournament officials whose events could have been sacrificed this year for the greater good of the game. Golf’s Schedule Takes the Sheen Off Olympic Gold 2016-05-04T04:00:00Z Nearly two years into his seven-year term as president, Rivlin often finds himself smoothing over rifts that erupt between conflicting sectors of Israel’s fractious society. Israel’s president is known as a voice of reason, but can he unite the country? 2016-04-08T04:00:00Z The hall and inductees have months to prepare and smooth over unpleasantness for the ceremony. Peace, love and understanding? Not always at the Rock Hall 2016-04-06T04:00:00Z Without a single source of "truth" about JavaScript, developers traditionally rely on third-party libraries to smooth over the differences between browsers. How an irate developer briefly broke JavaScript 2016-03-24T04:00:00Z Politics, and the belief that a good story to tell can smooth over any old indiscretions or bouts with corruption, fits well into that. In Miami, Marco Rubio's foibles are seen as South Florida's foibles 2016-03-13T05:00:00Z “I’d always been curious exactly what happened, the parts that he played down and smoothed over.” My Crowdfunding Campaign: A bid to publish 13 million pages of CIA documents 2016-03-01T05:00:00Z Lawmakers debated the legislation Tuesday after House leadership spent about three weeks trying to smooth over disagreements between Republicans. Missouri House approves prescription monitoring program 2016-03-01T05:00:00Z Over the weekend, Harris-Perry refused to allow the network to smooth over the rift by hosting her program as if nothing was wrong. MSNBC has been whitewashed: Melissa Harris-Perry exits, buffoonish white pundits rule once more 2016-03-01T05:00:00Z Some of those inconsistencies will undoubtedly be smoothed over with enough time. Hound is a digital assistant that's faster and smarter than Siri, Google Now, and Cortana 2016-03-01T05:00:00Z His new sidekick Christie said their numerous areas of disagreement, from immigration to social security reform to banning Muslims from entering the US, would be smoothed over in time. Clinton rides wave of confidence to key contests after South Carolina win 2016-02-28T05:00:00Z Obama made that decision in part to smooth over frayed relations between the United States and Germany after reports surfaced in 2013 that the NSA had monitored the cellphone of German Chancellor Angela Merkel. Italy summons U.S. ambassador after reports U.S. spied on Berlusconi 2016-02-23T05:00:00Z The visit to France, the first by an Iranian president since 1999, will provide opportunities to smooth over particularly awkward relations with a country that has historically been comparatively friendly. Sanctions lifted, Iran's Rouhani heads to Europe to drum up business 2016-01-24T05:00:00Z He also worked hard to please his boss, delved into the nuances of constitutional law for long, grueling hours and sought to smooth over harsh feelings at clerk happy hours. As Supreme Court Clerk, Ted Cruz Made Death Penalty His Cause 2016-01-20T05:00:00Z In addition to increasing their tax levies, many districts confronted with sharp reductions in state aid tend to tap cash reserves to smooth over the rough spots. Recent editorials published in Nebraska newspapers 2016-01-18T05:00:00Z For years, the economics of oil smoothed over many differences between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, including over human rights. Your Tuesday Evening Briefing: Saudi Arabia, Oregon, Steven Avery 2016-01-05T05:00:00Z Holt has advocated for both the rail and the terminal at the highest levels of state government and has sought to smooth over potential questions. How Utah quietly planned to ship coal through California 2015-12-11T05:00:00Z We asked whether he was going to reach out to Muslims, to try to smooth over relations. ‘I. Will. Never. Leave. This. Race.’ 2015-12-08T05:00:00Z Officials in Moscow denied connection to that downed aircraft and sent a delegation to Turkey to smooth over concerns. NATO faces new Mideast crisis after downing of Russian jet by Turkey 2015-11-24T05:00:00Z The anecdotes he dispensed had been polished smooth over the decades, and they helped him administer a carefully calibrated dose of political and spiritual incitement. Ben Carson, Conservative Folk Hero 2015-11-30T05:00:00Z But Avramopoulos’s visit, which included a meeting with Khan, apparently smoothed over that tension. Europe plans to speed up deportation of tens of thousands of Pakistanis 2015-11-23T05:00:00Z This is particularly true of health spending which the chancellor is being encouraged to boost in an attempt to smooth over the row with junior doctors over pay. Spending Review will shape politics for years to come - BBC News 2015-11-23T05:00:00Z One Jackson Hole resident who has worked to smooth over the visits of Chinese to the valley wasn’t surprised to learn of their propensity to squat while doing their business. When East meets West, toilet seats take a beating 2015-11-14T05:00:00Z Geological Survey’s Astrogeology Science Center, is smoothing over craters and erasing them over time. Largest Object in Asteroid Belt May Have Come From Elsewhere 2015-11-10T05:00:00Z He also said the expected U.S. military aid package under discussion would go a big way toward smoothing over differences. Obama, Netanyahu try to heal fractured relationship, beginning with White House meeting Monday 2015-11-09T05:00:00Z She works with the clinical lead nurse, Helen, to make sure they smooth over the extra problems these women face. ‘It was the scariest thing I've ever done’: the Irish women forced to travel for abortions 2015-10-31T04:00:00Z And sometimes there are personality conflicts that can’t be smoothed over. Why Alber Elbaz leaving Lanvin is a true loss for Lanvin — and the fashion industry 2015-10-28T04:00:00Z With much grace, the clergymen smoothed over their runaway robes. How Will American Catholics Respond to Pope's Message on Climate Change? 2015-09-23T04:00:00Z The night I got assaulted in New Orleans, I had gone to see an old friend to smooth over an argument. New Orleans' beautiful complexity was the one thing Katrina didn't wash away | Amber Qureshi 2015-08-23T04:00:00Z But it also shows his ability to identify competitive pressures, manage others and smooth over differences, both internally and with Google’s business partners. For Google’s New CEO Sundar Pichai, a Low-Key Style Pays Off 2015-08-12T04:00:00Z A focus on violence and racism at least doesn’t promise to smooth over the rough edges. 'Mafia 3' Is Taking On A Monumental Challenge 2015-08-05T04:00:00Z Buhari visited Cameroon this past week in an effort to smooth over differences over cross-border pursuit, and then on to Benin. Nigeria's army says it has rescued 178 people held captive by Boko Haram 2015-08-02T04:00:00Z The smoothness of Pluto’s surface suggests that recent geological activity has somehow smoothed over depressions caused by asteroid impacts. Pluto pictures: Nasa reveals first high-resolution images of planet's surface 2015-07-15T04:00:00Z “He is making a real attempt to be involved, and I think that’s his way of kind of smoothing over what was a cantankerous end to the session.” Governor Cuomo on Defensive as Fellow Democrats Assail Bullying Tactics 2015-07-10T04:00:00Z The commissioner’s tough talking marks a new line from the EU, which has previously been seen as dovish, trying to smooth over differences among developing and developed countries. No plan B if Paris climate summit ends in failure, says EU climate chief 2015-07-06T04:00:00Z The meeting is meant to smooth over some differences on the reforms that Greece proposed to creditors in exchange for rescue loans that it needs to not default on a debt payment June 30. THE LATEST: Greek banks get more emergency credit 2015-06-24T04:00:00Z Universal is also accused of negligently hiring Cle "Bone" Sloan, an advisor to the film who helped smooth over relations with gang members in Compton, allowing the film to be shot there. Widow files wrongful-death lawsuit against Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, Suge Knight 2015-06-04T04:00:00Z Contemporary emphasis is thus not on finding better ways to reflect the wealth or intricacy of the source language but on using language models to smooth over garbled output. Is Translation an Art or a Math Problem? 2015-06-04T04:00:00Z One hand smoothed over my dress, while the other rose to claw at his pale throat. “The Prospectors” 2015-06-01T04:00:00Z The emotional hurdles are never higher than mere bumps, which Crowe quickly tries to smooth over with a patch of quirky dialogue, an adorable musical interlude or putting someone in a silly hat. Buckle up — it’s going to be a bumpy ride for Cameron Crowe’s ‘Aloha’ 2015-05-27T04:00:00Z Forms of words are found, disagreements are smoothed over or conveniently overlooked and compromises brokered. The interpreter 2015-05-14T04:00:00Z To the extent that this week’s meetings of Persian Gulf leaders at the White House and Camp David were intended to help smooth over those divisions, an opportunity has slipped away. King’s Absence at Summit Signals Saudi-U.S. Marriage on Rocks 2015-05-11T04:00:00Z “They’re looking at the airplane on fire. They are not looking for you, and they will run smooth over you to get to the fire.” World War II bombers will fly over D.C. to mark the end of war in Europe 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z The visit aimed to give at least the impression that the United States is trying to smooth over its differences with the Maduro government before the Caricom meeting and the larger Summit of the Americas. In Jamaica, Obama indicates that he will remove Cuba from terrorism list 2015-04-09T04:00:00Z Zarif said they were "very good talks", though he acknowledged that there were issues to be smoothed over. Iran Nuclear Talks Extended; Russia Says Deal Within Reach 2015-04-01T04:00:00Z Some of the cut marks — presumably made when the talons were severed from the birds’ legs — were smoothed over; many of the talons are also burnished. Neanderthals wore eagle talons as jewellery 2015-03-10T04:00:00Z This move is part of a few final changes needed to smooth over a proposal from from Standard General, LP — the company's largest shareholder — which is hoping to purchase as many as 2,000 stores. You can own the RadioShack brand for a mere $20 million 2015-02-25T05:00:00Z Rodriguez requested the meeting to smooth over sore feelings and help pave the way for his return to the team later this month at spring training. Alex Rodriguez Meets With Yankees Executives to Clear the Air 2015-02-10T05:00:00Z There will also be ruffled feathers to smooth over with theater owners, particularly those that dispute Sony's claims that their refusal to show the picture led the studio to pull the film. 'The Interview' fallout: Theater owners angry at Sony for shifting blame 2014-12-22T05:00:00Z Storing electricity is also crucial for smoothing over peaks and valleys in output from wind and solar. How Lithium Ion Batteries Grounded the Dreamliner 2014-12-18T05:00:00Z Many stock market analysts prefer to use cyclically adjusted measures to smooth over peaks and troughs of earnings over time. Is The US Stock Market Unhealthy? 2014-11-21T05:00:00Z U.S. administrations have often clashed with Israeli governments — including some that were considerably more militant on settlements than Mr. Netanyahu’s. But presidents prior to Mr. Obama tended to smooth over differences, at least in public. President Obama should try to reset relations with Benjamin Netanyahu Klain, a former senior aide in two Democratic administrations who is known for his keen political antenna, also must smooth over tensions with lawmakers who are angry about the government's missteps and mixed messages. U.S. Ebola czar seeks to reverse government mistakes, step up response 2014-10-20T04:00:00Z Majidi said he has met with tribal leaders in the area in an attempt to smooth over what he described as “individual acts” by militiamen. On outskirts of Baghdad, Islamic State’s advances raise tensions You increased sales by 30%, you smoothed over a troubled overseas client relationship, you hired and supervised a new employee who has become a superstar. How Women Should Ask For A Raise 2014-10-16T04:00:00Z The tendency to smooth over makes the not-yet-revealed final designs for the Google building crucial. All hail the new King’s Cross – but can other developers repeat the trick? 2014-10-12T04:00:00Z If an OS performs well at the low end, the path to the high end is smoothed over. Android Circuit: The Moto 360 Reviewed, New Kindle Tablets, Apple Needs Android 2014-09-20T04:00:00Z German officials quickly tried to smooth over that allegation. Qatar denies funding extremist Islamic State group 2014-08-24T04:00:00Z Obama ultimately was forced to hold a “beer summit” at the White House in order to smooth over relations. President Obama may receive more criticism for vacationing during a crisis She absorbed Nara’s grit and her own mistakes, and smoothed over inconsistent moments with just enough moments of recovery. Citi Open: Svetlana Kuznetsova breaks drought, wins women’s singles title Instead, the Indian businessman was focused on Kerry himself - and whether he would be able to smooth over brittle relations between Washington and New Delhi for the sake of economic growth. US launches charm offensive against wary India 2014-07-31T04:00:00Z “There’s plenty of players that would like to be as inconsistent as me,” McIlroy said, his dulcet tone smoothing over the harsh truthfulness of his words. In the Autumn of Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy Is the Ideal Marquee Player 2014-07-29T04:00:00Z The transfer would be offset by savings from a complicated process called pension smoothing over the next 10 years and by extending customs user fees. House, Senate committees approve transportation funding patches Any proposal to smooth over Obamacare’s problems faces gridlock in the Republican-controlled House, but Democrats hope they can rally popular opinion. Democrats eye Hobby Lobby defeat as a weapon on the campaign trail 2014-07-01T04:00:00Z Once everything is smoothed over, we typically set up and host a meal with the V.I.P. at which all will be forgiven and we will continue to build the relationship. The Challenges of Enforcing Customer Service Policies 2014-06-09T04:00:00Z The warring factions eventually smoothed over their differences and even worked together on a project. Massimo Vignelli: A Master in the Grammar of Design 2014-05-28T04:00:00Z Does modern life mean that all dialects of English will be smoothed over? Are these the most endangered accents of English? 2014-05-27T04:00:00Z But for all his natural gifts and strategy, there are still rough edges Rubio is seeking to smooth over. Marco Rubio's Roll of the Dice 2014-05-27T04:00:00Z U.S. officials sent congratulations as they tried to smooth over past differences with India and Modi, himself. Hindu nationalist Narendra Modi promises a ‘shining India’ in victory speech as he prepares to become PM Or they’re pacifying coaches by making selections to smooth over earlier conflicts. Seahawks work hard, and get everyone involved, to make every selection in the draft count 2014-05-11T03:30:37Z While Stern had a reputation as an argumentative hot-head, Silver was known for his dispassionate logic: When Stern would play the tough negotiator, Silver would do the smoothing over and hard legwork. New NBA Commissioner’s First Big Move Is a Huge One 2014-04-29T22:29:08Z Leonard Hamilton, the coach at Florida State, said the inexplicable disconnect between black college coaches, high school coaches and Amateur Athletic Union coaches must be smoothed over. Sports of The Times: As Their Numbers Fall, College Basketball’s Black Coaches Face a Conundrum 2014-04-05T16:05:07Z Long lines of trucks hauling bulk grains routinely form on the highways outside of Santos despite new holding lots meant to smooth over the transfer process. Maersk keen to enter delayed Brazilian port auctions -executive 2014-03-20T20:09:41Z Ask how they managed to land a new account, or smooth over a client’s ruffled feathers. 6 Ways to Brown Nose Your Way to the Very Top 2014-02-24T11:40:55Z And the editors worked together to smooth over differences in writing styles at the two publications. An Odd Couple in the News Business Partner in a Series on Fatherhood 2014-02-23T15:39:28Z The rubble is often smoothed over, as if the community were trying to erase all evidence that the buildings ever existed. CAR: Obituary for a village mayor 2014-02-16T17:20:07Z After the intercepted telephone conversation became widely reported on Thursday, Ms. Nuland spoke with European Union officials to smooth over any ruffled feathers. U.S. Points to Russia as Diplomats’ Private Call Is Posted on Web 2014-02-06T20:02:04Z "She's on skis on slippery white stuff. That's a whole different experience. "We almost have to ratchet her power down a little and work on being efficient and smooth over the snow. World-beater McFadden swaps wheels for skis 2014-01-21T18:27:11Z An Israeli official said on Tuesday that Netanyahu had spoken by phone to a senior U.S. official in a bid to smooth over the controversy. Kerry says undeterred by Israeli criticism of peace push 2014-01-15T12:43:14Z But with recent research estimating the number of Britain's Roma now at 200,000 people, what is being done to smooth over the tensions between the Roma and their more established neighbours? Can tensions with Roma be eased? 2013-12-13T09:59:34Z Mr. Kerry’s latest visit appeared to smooth over some of the tension with Mr. Netanyahu over both Iran and Israel’s West Bank settlement programs that was on display during their last encounter, a month ago. Kerry, Invoking Mandela, Says Peace in Mideast Is Possible 2013-12-06T14:19:29Z Everything was smoothed over by the end of the game as Kyle and Hayes met up. Emotional, long day for Long brothers 2013-11-25T01:24:00Z Operatives from al Qaeda and the Haqqani network, a powerful militant group based in the mountains of North Waziristan, are also working hard to smooth over any disputes, sources say. Leader's death plunges Pakistan Taliban into dangerous disarray 2013-11-14T08:13:03Z Secretary Kerry is expected to try to smooth over tension regarding Egypt and other issues, including US reluctance to act on Syria, with the Saudi leadership. Kerry bids to smooth US-Saudi ties 2013-11-03T23:21:33Z Apart from trying to smooth over relations with Saudi Arabia and Israel, the White House is struggling to head off complaints from Europe and Latin America that the NSA monitored leaders' communications. Analysis: Obama's aversion to Mideast conflicts fuels backlash from allies 2013-10-25T22:22:37Z The Afghan government has made overtures for peace with the Taliban, freeing a number of Taliban prisoners to smooth over the process. US in partial Afghan security deal 2013-10-12T19:09:28Z We were standing next to the smaller bath, it's circular rim beautifully shaped by large white blocks of stone worn smooth over centuries of use. The Roman bathhouse still in daily use 2013-10-13T01:17:36Z Top administration officials already were seeking to smooth over congressional concerns about a new military operation in the Middle East by briefing lawmakers on the underlying intelligence and strike planning. White House Claims Proof Assad Used Sarin Gas 2013-09-01T16:55:57Z According to Lee, it took months to smooth over the scandal. Lee Kai-Fu, China's Innovation Idol 2013-08-22T19:05:52Z Even the Safe Harbor Framework – a late 1990s agreement that smoothed over disparities between U.S. and EU privacy laws governing the transfer of data – could be in jeopardy. Silicon Valley Could Become Collateral Damage In NSA Leaks 2013-07-31T16:42:00Z History records that the misunderstanding was smoothed over at the bar. British Open: The Best And Worst Of The Open 2013-07-11T04:00:00Z But Ortiz told police the two men shook hands and the problem seemed smoothed over. Records: Associate saw Hernandez fire fatal shots 2013-07-10T12:53:09Z A day after Cashman’s comments, the Yankees said the matter had been smoothed over and the GM admitted his regrets about the episode. A-Rod and the Awkward Subject of Insurance Fraud 2013-06-28T18:26:48Z For several minutes the two sides pored over the definition in Turkish and English, and the minicrisis was smoothed over. Following a Star, Kerry Applies Personal Touch 2013-06-22T23:37:50Z Comey’s appointment will not serve to smooth over concerns about the government’s war on leaks and sprawling surveillance apparatus. New FBI chief choice: Expedient at a time of spying scandals 2013-05-30T16:55:00Z The Muslim Brotherhood's political branch praised Mr. Mekky for his role in promoting the judiciary's independence, in an apparent attempt to smooth over public differences as Mr. Morsi faces accusations he is becoming increasingly autocratic. Egypt's Top Judge Quits, as Fears Rise Over Morsi 2013-04-22T03:19:16Z It also expands on the efforts by the , Bank of England, and European Central Bank to stimulate growth and smooth over financial turmoil by infusing huge sums of new money into the global economy. A Yen for Cash: How the Bank of Japan Could Threaten the Global Economy 2013-04-08T16:52:00Z Local press say Inter agreed a deal with authorities to smooth over the incident. Said & Done: football versus democracy, plus what made Loulou sad 2013-03-16T23:43:31Z Compare the way Bush bungled his immigration flap to how Rubio effortlessly and humorously smoothed over his State of the Union water gaffe. Marco Rubio vs. Jeb Bush 2013-03-06T15:00:00Z But a changed tone alone may not do enough to smooth over the very real disagreements in the Republican Party. Big Battles Ahead, Divided G.O.P. Begins Soul-Searching 2013-01-06T01:29:45Z Using a home equity line of credit to smooth over cash-flow hiccups. 4 Ways to Protect Your Assets From Your Great Ideas 2012-12-27T17:00:00Z They help individuals smooth over any financial bumps, making them more resilient to emergencies and eventually paving the way for many to enter more formal financial services. Examining the roles and future of microfinance 2012-12-12T13:00:02Z Making sure that something is actually approved by getting different people to agree, smoothing over seams … It's a different skill set. Banking risk and compliance: 'We should have let more of the banks fail' 2012-12-10T11:00:01Z But legal experts said it was part of a broader pattern in Greece where actions by influential figures are later smoothed over with new legislation that eliminates any questions of illegality. Oligarchs Play a Role in Greece’s Economic Troubles 2012-12-05T22:29:06Z In an effort to smooth over ethnic tensions that have bubbled over into scuffles in recent weeks, presidential candidates signed a peace pact last week. Ghana poll tests Africa's "model democracy" 2012-12-05T21:33:59Z It’s not just the ways that he helps them, smoothing over security for crucial meetings with Cabinet members, ensuring the details are perfect for a reception. Tenants of building help concierge raise money for his village 2012-11-27T01:46:00Z Families who register are matched up with those of similar age, interests and background; an assistant accompanies them to lunch, to translate, smooth over cultural differences - and presumably avoid those embarrassing silences. Meeting your next-door immigrant 2012-11-25T00:18:16Z After that issue was smoothed over, inconsistency continued to bedevil Wales until the 2007 World Cup which ended in a pool defeat by Fiji that brought down Gareth Jenkins' reign as national coach. Wales go from Slam to slump... again 2012-11-17T06:27:01Z "The team and their parents just rallied around us and made sure things for my family went smooth over here." "The Full 80": A look at Tahoma girls soccer eyeing 4A title behind Brie Hooks, how Issaquah coach Tom Bunnell endured his son's serious injury and national rankings 2012-11-13T12:00:06Z Secretary of State Hillary Clinton also tried to smooth over the controversy, saying the administration was dealing with the best available information as it came in about the events in Benghazi. Analysis: Biden rekindles controversy over administration's Libya statements 2012-10-12T21:40:09Z The two leaders this week smoothed over speculated tensions. Obama and Romney both phoning Bibi 2012-09-28T19:36:00Z The Israeli leader’s speech emphasized Israel’s solidarity with the United States and appeared to be an attempt to smooth over differences over the urgency of what both view as the Iranian nuclear threat. Netanyahu Warns That Iran Bombmaking Ability Is Nearer 2012-09-27T19:27:30Z Left to help smooth over any ruffled feathers will be Tom Donilon. Tom Donilon, a Manager of Overseas Crises 2012-09-24T03:58:20Z The comments indicate Netanyahu is not backing down from his thinly-veiled criticism of the Obama administration, despite a phone call from the U.S. president this week that was meant to smooth over their differences. Netanyahu says Israel may have to confront Iran 2012-09-14T11:00:00Z Did a diplomat ever get you out of a jam or smooth over a dispute overseas? IHT Rendezvous: Must All U.S. Embassies Now Be Fortresses? 2012-09-13T05:15:58Z After Israelis complained on Tuesday, Mr. Obama called Mr. Netanyahu that night to smooth over the situation and they talked for an hour. Attacks Fuel Escalation in Presidential Race 2012-09-12T17:29:31Z The Razorbacks needed someone to smooth over the ugliness of Bobby Petrino's firing. A college football guide 2012-08-28T19:25:18Z Back at the beach, Mohammed Martello was watching a bulldozer try to smooth over the dunes. Can expatriate Somalis rebuild their country? 2012-08-14T10:52:42Z When it’s over, there will be new information to glean from Griffin’s performance, new wrinkles to smooth over and another exhibition game to prepare for nine days later. Robert Griffin III’s education enters a new phase 2012-08-08T17:06:48Z “He was the one who smoothed over ruffled feathers,” said a former colleague of Mr. Thompson’s. Mohamed El-Erian Is the Bond Market’s New Leading Man 2012-07-28T17:53:01Z Nash's peerless playmaking abilities and veteran presence could smooth over those problems, particularly after a full training camp to define the Lakers' roles in Brown's offense. Agent: Nash goes to Lakers in sign-and-trade deal 2012-07-05T02:29:07Z Instead, they shackle together cheap hardware and write software to smooth over any rough spots. Enterprise Technology: Revenge of the Nerdiest Nerds 2012-06-28T22:57:46Z An initial attempt to smooth over differences came at a meeting of the four countries' finance ministers late on Tuesday after which nothing was said. Europe's leaders at odds before summit 2012-06-27T10:39:03Z At first, there were a few rough spots as the two men got used to their new roles, but Lazarus said they have been smoothed over. NBC's Ebersol adviser for Olympics telecasts 2012-06-26T19:35:08Z And the combination of high-quality apprenticeships and employee representation on corporate boards has smoothed over differences between employees and employers in a way that is unthinkable in neighboring France. Letter from Europe: Class War Returns in New Guises 2012-04-26T14:01:00Z Always ready to smooth over any little difficulties. The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett 2012-04-26T02:00:17.327Z These, however, were soon smoothed over by the commander’s tact and firmness, the rival claims of two tribes to act as escort were disposed of, and the work of the expedition then began. The Contemporary Review, Volume 36, October 1879 2012-04-18T02:00:17.060Z He merely wished to mediate between the two groups as an "honest broker" and smooth over difficulties. My Mission to London 1912-1914 2012-04-17T02:00:14.497Z But it was no part of the King's policy to quarrel with the French, and he tried to smooth over the affair, saying that it was not foul play, but "a great miscarriage." Rupert Prince Palatine 2012-04-13T02:00:20.660Z Mr. King had rather, at any time, smooth over a quarrel, than increase the exasperation by dealing sternly with its causes. The Second War with England, Vol. 2 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:38.213Z Leaders are hoping a national meeting on April 5 will smooth over the worst problems. Iraq?s Fugitive Vice President Travels to Qatar 2012-04-01T15:36:18Z As senior naval officer there Hornby’s moderation, temper and tact did much to smooth over matters, and a temporary arrangement for joint occupation of the island was concluded. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 6 "Home, Daniel" to "Hortensius, Quintus" 2012-03-15T02:00:32.250Z The mourners waited till the earth was smoothed over the grave. Life of Beethoven 2012-03-12T03:00:21.693Z Then, as the water smoothed over her grave, they looked over the side of the dinghy and beheld a strange sight. A Desperate Voyage 2012-03-11T03:00:11.030Z Miss Breeze lived under the impression that the members of this family quarrelled with each other almost incessantly; when she was present, therefore, she did her best to smooth over their asperities. Horace Chase 2012-03-08T03:00:09.693Z But their good breeding and kindness of heart smoothed over all difficulties. The Motor Girls in the Mountains or, The Gypsy Girl's Secret 2012-03-07T03:00:15.897Z She was unfailing to us both from the first moment, always welcomed us with the same smile, was always inclined to talk about anything and to understand and smooth over any little difficulty or misunderstanding. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z Thanks to the kindness of the Tsar himself, however, all possible obstacles were smoothed over. Empires and Emperors of Russia, China, Korea, and Japan Notes and Recollections by Monsignor Count Vay de Vaya and Luskod 2012-01-08T03:00:16.523Z |
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