under the radar

phrase

: not getting attention : unnoticed
He tried to stay under the radar as he went about his business.

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The administration may be negotiating even more stakes under the radar, since SEC filings for unrelated deals mention the possibility of warrants. — Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026 The project has been operating under the radar but will see cameras roll starting November in New Jersey. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2026 After a successful offseason of recruiting, the Missouri Tigers men’s basketball team is flying a little under the radar ahead of the 2026-27 season. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2026 The piece firmly set the tone for the brand, while cementing Vanguart’s reputation as the ‘CEO’s watch’, as it’s known in collector circles today—even if the brand still flies relatively under the radar. — Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for under the radar

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“Under the radar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20the%20radar. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

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