Answer: whitewashed

AnswerCrossword Clue
whitewashedDeliberately conceal (someone's mistakes or faults)
whitewashedTry to clear (someone or their name) by deliberately concealing their mistakes or faults
whitewashedWHITEWASH, to cover with whitewash
whitewashedDefeat (an opponent), keeping them from scoring
whitewashedPaint (a wall, building, or room) with whitewash