Idiom idiom
go behind someone's back
Meaning
To talk about someone or take action without their knowledge.
Examples
“He goes behind his manager's back to get what he wants.”
“I felt hurt when my friend went behind my back and told everyone my secret after promising to keep it quiet.”
“The ambitious executive went behind the CEO's back to negotiate a private deal, risking his entire career for a chance at more power.”
Last updated July 14, 2026