plano oculto
1. A secret or concealed scheme or strategy that is not immediately apparent or disclosed to others
The CEO had a hidden plan to acquire the competitor company.
O CEO tinha um plano oculto para adquirir a empresa concorrente.
2. An ulterior motive or agenda that someone keeps confidential
She suspected there was a hidden plan behind his generous offer.
Ela suspeitava que havia um plano oculto por trás da oferta generosa dele.
3. A covert or clandestine arrangement designed to achieve a specific objective without public knowledge
The government was accused of having a hidden plan to reduce public services.
O governo foi acusado de ter um plano oculto para reduzir serviços públicos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, the concept of a 'hidden plan' carries connotations of distrust and suspicion. In Brazilian culture, this phrase is frequently used in political discourse and business dealings. The phrase reflects a cultural awareness of the gap between public statements and private intentions, particularly in contexts involving government, corporate strategy, or interpersonal relationships. In the USA, similar suspicion is expressed in political and corporate contexts, often relating to transparency and accountability.
NYC Slang
sneaky move or under-the-radar play
Related Idioms & Phrases
have an ace up one's sleeve
play one's cards close to the chest
have something up one's sleeve
ter algo na manga
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