under the radar
idiom
: not getting attention : unnoticed
He tried to stay under the radar as he went about his business.
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This loose-meat sandwich riff is still flying relatively under the radar, but there appears to be an agreed upon recipe that a handful have shared online.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Mar. 2025
This year Rafaela has flown under the radar by comparison, but the second-year outfielder has made considerable strides and Saturday turned in his most promising performance yet.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2025
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Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
The independent film flew under the radar until high-profile stars such as Jennifer Aniston and Gwyneth Paltrow began publicizing their support and hosting screenings.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Eating Chili and Cinnamon Rolls Together Is a Midwest Obsession
How to Make a Sloppy Otto
This loose-meat sandwich riff is still flying relatively under the radar, but there appears to be an agreed upon recipe that a handful have shared online.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Mar. 2025
This year Rafaela has flown under the radar by comparison, but the second-year outfielder has made considerable strides and Saturday turned in his most promising performance yet.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for under the radar
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