hidden stance
[/ˈhɪdən stæns/]
nounpl: hidden stances
postura oculta
1. A concealed or unexpressed position, opinion, or attitude that someone maintains without openly declaring it
The politician's hidden stance on the controversial issue became apparent only after the leaked emails.
A postura oculta do político sobre a questão controversa só se tornou aparente após os e-mails vazados.
2. In martial arts or combat sports, a defensive or offensive position that is deliberately obscured or not fully revealed to an opponent
The fighter adopted a hidden stance to confuse his opponent's strategy.
O lutador adotou uma postura oculta para confundir a estratégia do seu oponente.
3. A reserved or guarded position taken on a matter, kept private or undisclosed
The company maintained a hidden stance regarding the merger negotiations.
A empresa manteve uma postura oculta a respeito das negociações de fusão.
This term is frequently used in political discourse, business negotiations, and interpersonal communication contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. It reflects the understanding that people often maintain positions they don't openly express, which is considered a normal aspect of strategic communication in competitive or sensitive situations.
NYC Slang
playing it close to the chest; flying under the radar
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