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behind the scenes
1[ bih-hahynd thuh seenz ]
idiom
- in secret or in private:
Unbeknownst to most people, the group manipulated the survey results from behind the scenes.
- in a part of a show, production, organization, etc., that is not visible to the public; backstage:
Have you ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes at a rock concert?
Join us as we take you behind the scenes of our photo shoot and discuss some of the products used.
behind-the-scenes
2[ bih-hahynd-thuh-seenz ]
adjective
- happening or conducted out of view of the general public:
The behind-the-scenes preparations made the convention a huge success.
- held or kept privately by or among a few key or influential people:
There are rumors of behind-the-scenes negotiations taking place that may change international laws on nuclear power.
- occurring backstage:
I could hear the behind-the-scenes activities of the stage crew.
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of behind the scenes1
Origin of behind the scenes2
Idioms and Phrases
In secret or private, away from public view, as in His struggle for the top position took place strictly behind the scenes . This term alludes to the various activities that go on behind the curtain in theaters, out of the audience's view. [Late 1700s] Also see behind closed doors .Example Sentences
Given that Pope Francis's health had been poor for a while, it is likely that, even before the conclave, "there will have been lots of politicking and jostling for position already behind the scenes", she adds.
It is not known whether similar scenes are playing out behind the scenes at M&S, as the company has only issued limited information in its official statements, and has not put anyone up for interview.
Those with knowledge of George's journey say he has received additional encouragement behind the scenes since the change of ownership to the Boehly-Clearlake regime - with director of recruitment and talent Joe Shields cited as a key advocate behind-the-scenes.
“As Filipinos, we’re often the ones working behind the scenes, whether that’s in the entertainment industry, fashion, healthcare, hospitality,” Ramos says.
Feelings behind the scenes that UK Labour does not get the fight that the party in Wales will face at the ballot box are starting to spill over.
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