godan verb (-ku)
act behind the scenes; work in the shadows
Describes someone influencing events secretly, without appearing publicly. Often implies manipulation or covert effort.
彼は表に出ず、陰で動くタイプだ。
He's the type who works behind the scenes without appearing in public.
陰で動く者がいるから、この決定は
There are people acting behind the scenes, so this decision can't be overturned.