lie behind something

Related to word: lie

片語動詞

Definition

  1. When something serves as a hidden or underlying cause for something else.

    是潛藏於背後的原因;是真正的原因

    • Economic factors often lie behind many social issues.

      經濟因素往往是許多社會問題背後的原因。

    • A deep-seated insecurity lies behind her behavior.

      深層的不安全感是她的行為背後的原因。

    • A tragic story lies behind the inspiration for this painting.

      一個悲慘的故事是這幅畫靈感背後的來源。