behind-the-scenes
adjective
be·hind-the-scenes
bi-ˈhīnd-ṯẖə-ˈsēnz 
bē-
1
: being or working out of public view or in secret
behind-the-scenes lobbying for more money
a behind-the-scenes player
2
: revealing or reporting the hidden workings
a behind-the-scenes account
a behind-the-scenes glimpse
Examples of behind-the-scenes in a Sentence
a tell-all book about the behind-the-scenes negotiations that got him the vice presidential nomination
behind-the-scenes negotiations that resulted in the hostages being released unharmed
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During the conversation, which was also attended by the film's director, Edgar Wright, the actor shared one of his most surreal behind-the-scenes moments while making the movie.
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Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
Friendship for Breakfast Fallon and Swift’s friendship has long been rooted in humor and creativity, from surprise appearances on The Tonight Show to shared behind-the-scenes moments.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025
Inside Look stories give Star-Telegram subscribers exclusive sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes reporting.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Oct. 2025
Fans will also be able to purchase different VIP access to the shows, including a meet and greet with the band, a behind-the-scenes tour, and access to a special lounge.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
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Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
Friendship for Breakfast Fallon and Swift’s friendship has long been rooted in humor and creativity, from surprise appearances on The Tonight Show to shared behind-the-scenes moments.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025
Inside Look stories give Star-Telegram subscribers exclusive sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes reporting.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Oct. 2025
Fans will also be able to purchase different VIP access to the shows, including a meet and greet with the band, a behind-the-scenes tour, and access to a special lounge.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for behind-the-scenes
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“Behind-the-scenes.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/behind-the-scenes. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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