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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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Closing arguments centered heavily on Altman's integrity and behind-the-scenes maneuvering that rankled colleagues.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Although his claim to fame was contributing to numerous comedy projects across decades, it was the 1999 documentary “Beyond the Mat,” a behind-the-scenes chronicle of three famous pro wrestlers, that was Blaustein’s darling.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

“That will be a big part of our behind-the-scenes discussions with advertisers,” said Downey.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

The show has already won two Baftas at the organisation's Craft Awards, which recognise behind-the-scenes achievements and were handed out two weeks ago.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

“I’m not getting up in front of the whole school and giving a speech. I’m a behind-the-scenes kind of guy, okay?”

From "The Misfits" by James Howe

behind-the-scenes

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