under the radar

idiom

: not getting attention : unnoticed

He tried to stay under the radar as he went about his business.

Examples of under the radar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Patriots’ defensive production is also excellent, and names such as nose tackle Khyiris Tonga, linebacker K’Lavon Chaisson and safety Craig Woodson (a rookie from Cal) wouldn’t be under the radar any longer with a seventh Lombardi trophy for the franchise. —Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2026

Rehmet largely flew under the radar in the first round of the race, as political spars between Wambsgass and Huffman and billionaire donations dominated the cycle. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Jan. 2026

Shot under the radar last year, Riverrun is the latest feature production from Riley Keough and Gina Gammell’s production company Felix Culpa Films after Manodrome and Cannes Golden Camera winner War Pony. —Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 Jan. 2026

While trying to stay under the radar, Sophie catches Benedict's attention, who is determined to leave his rakish past behind him. —Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026

Rhymes for under the radar

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