VisualLang

Secrecy

Truth, Secrecy, & Deception / Secrecy

Secrecy

15 Words

8m

1
fly on the wall
content.phrase

I wish I could be a fly on the wall during the high-stakes meeting to understand the decision-making process.

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2
[pull] the strings
content.phrase

The CEO was known to pull the strings behind the scenes, influencing major decisions without direct involvement.

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3
under the radar
content.phrase

The company quietly launched a new product under the radar to test its reception before a full-scale release.

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4
behind closed doors
content.phrase

The CEO held a meeting behind closed doors to discuss the company's financial troubles.

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5
behind the scenes
behind the scenes
content.phrase

The documentary takes you behind the scenes of a famous fashion show, revealing the intense preparations and chaos that precede the glamorous runway.

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6
black book
名词

黑名单, 黑书

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7
in cahoots
content.phrase

The two companies were suspected of being in cahoots to fix prices and control the market.

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8
[have] designs on {sth}
content.phrase

The ambitious executive had designs on the CEO position and worked tirelessly to gain the necessary skills and experience.

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9
like a thief in the night
content.phrase

The news of their breakup came like a thief in the night, leaving their friends shocked and confused.

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10
[groan] inwardly
content.phrase

When the boss announced another late-night meeting, the employees groaned inwardly, knowing it meant more work and less free time.

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11
in league with {sb/sth}
content.phrase

The corrupt politician was discovered to be in league with several influential businessmen, engaging in illicit activities for personal gain.

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12
on the q.t.
content.phrase

They met on the q.t. to discuss their plans without arousing suspicion.

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13
on the sly
content.phrase

She ate the last piece of cake on the sly, hoping no one would notice.

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14
through the back door
content.phrase

He managed to secure the job not through the front door, but through the back door by relying on personal connections.

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15
dog whistle
名词

狗哨, 编码信息

The candidate's speech contained several dog whistles aimed at his conservative base, subtly signaling his stance on immigration reform without directly addressing the issue.

候选人的演讲中包含了几处针对其保守派基础的狗哨,微妙地表明了他对移民改革的立场,而没有直接解决这个问题。

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