They could be
COVERING for him.
Breaking Bad Season 5, Episode 12
Covering fire, be ready.
Three, two, one! Fire!
Money Heist Season 1, Episode 12
He's been COVERING himself in glory.
Game of Thrones Season 1, Episode 8
Covering fire!
Money Heist Season 1, Episode 12
Penny was just COVERING for me.
The Big Bang Theory Season 10, Episode 7