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Behind the scenes

//bɪˈhaɪnd ðə siːnz// adj, prep_phrase

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Adjective
  1. 1
    Being or working out in secret or out of public view. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Divulging or reporting hidden workings. not-comparable
Prep_phrase
  1. 1
    behind the scenery and stage area; backstage; among the actors; during the production or rehearsal idiomatic

    "Many videos come with features that show what went on behind the scenes to make the movie and special effects."

  2. 2
    In secret; out of public view. figuratively, idiomatic

    "The government has been negotiating behind the scenes with the separatists for months."

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