idiom
Behind closed doors
beh-HYND klohzd DORZ
/bɪˈhaɪnd kloʊzd dɔːrz/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
behindcloseddoors
Dictionary meaning
In private, away from public view; used to describe decisions or discussions that take place secretly, without transparency.
Examples
- Key policy decisions were made behind closed doors with no public consultation.
- The deal was negotiated behind closed doors and only announced when it was already signed.
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