under the radar

phrase

: not getting attention : unnoticed
He tried to stay under the radar as he went about his business.

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In second place is Oman, a country that often flies under the radar for expat life. — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026 New York’s Finger Lakes region reveals a side of the state that often flies under the radar. — Taryn White, USA Today, 29 June 2026 The story follows Amelia Collins, who is in witness protection, trying to fly under the radar as the new girl at her high school. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 30 June 2026 Engaged since late 2021, Lopez, 47, and Martin, 41, have been living as man and wife way under the radar since March 17. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for under the radar

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“Under the radar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20the%20radar. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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