Band-Aid approach

Definition

a temporary, superficial approach to a problem (figurative use)

Category: BAND-AID + NOUN

Critics argue that the government's new policy is just a Band-Aid approach to a deep-rooted economic crisis.

Hiring temporary staff was a Band-Aid approach to our workflow problems; we need to overhaul the entire process.

Environmental groups claim the new regulations are a Band-Aid approach to the much larger issue of climate change.

The CEO warned against taking a Band-Aid approach, insisting on a long-term strategic plan instead.

Simply giving out money is a Band-Aid approach that fails to address the systemic causes of poverty.

Patching the old software is a classic Band-Aid approach; we really need to migrate to a new system.

This Band-Aid approach to urban decay won't work without significant investment in community infrastructure.

Taking painkillers for a chronic injury is a Band-Aid approach if you don't also do physical therapy.

We need to stop using a Band-Aid approach and finally fix the leaking roof properly.

Offering extra credit at the end of the semester is a Band-Aid approach to fundamental problems in student engagement.