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Definition behind the scenes in British English

behind the scenes phrase

phrase
1

secretly rather than publicly

Example

These agreements have been drafted by officials behind the scenes.

Example

behind-the-scenes negotiations

Synonyms and related words
secret secretive surreptitious
2

not seen or heard by the audience of a film, play etc

Example

He prefers to work behind the scenes as a director.

Definition behind the scenes in British English