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behind-the-scenes

[bih-hahynd thuh seenz] / bɪˈhaɪnd ðə ˈsinz /
ADJECTIVE
in the background
Synonyms
WEAK
backstage behind the curtain in a corner in secret in the dark out of public view sub-rosa
ADJECTIVE
secret
Synonyms
WEAK
backstage behind the curtain in a corner in the background in the dark sub-rosa under-the-table
behind the scenes
ADJECTIVE
private
Synonyms
STRONGEST
confidential exclusive independent individual secret separate special
STRONG
closet inside particular privy
WEAK
clandestine close to one's chest discreet hush-hush hushed nonpublic not open off the record own reserved under one's hat unofficial
Antonyms
STRONGEST
common known public
WEAK
open revealed sociable unconcealed

Example Sentences

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“Intermediaries are still working hard behind the scenes to make sure that both sides continue to communicate,” the senior economist says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

It could be an indication that, behind the scenes, negotiations are farther along than have been publicly acknowledged.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Instead, they’ve made it easier to stop paying attention to what’s happening behind the scenes.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

Comments that RM made in December live stream could hint at some troubles behind the scenes at Hybe.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

Willoughby was rare—his preference to remain behind the scenes implied the absence of vast personal conceit, a trait essential for two-penny despots.

From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee