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Prepositional phrase

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behind the scenes

  1. (idiomatic, theater, film) behind the scenery and stage area; backstage; among the actors; during the production or rehearsal
    Many videos come with features that show what went on behind the scenes to make the movie and special effects.
  2. (idiomatic, figurative) In secret; out of public view.
    The government has been negotiating behind the scenes with the separatists for months.

in secret; out of public view

behind the scenes (not comparable)

  1. Being or working out in secret or out of public view.
  2. Divulging or reporting hidden workings.