[Idiom] UNDER THE COUNTER. - Secret Tips for Dealing with Hidden Transactions

Illicitly or secretly.

Under the counter" describes activities that are done secretly, often because they are illegal or unethical. This phrase comes from the idea of exchanging goods or money below the counter, hidden from the view of law or society. It's commonly used to refer to under-the-table transactions in various contexts.

Example Sentences

1. He bought the watch under the counter at a suspiciously low price.

   He purchased the watch secretly at a suspiciously low price.

2. They sold rare books under the counter to avoid taxes.

   They sold rare books secretly to evade taxes.

3. The deal was done under the counter to keep it off the official records.

   The deal was conducted in secret to avoid official documentation.