No. 9,245 in French
coulisse
A "coulisse" is a stage wing or a backstage area in a theater, or a sliding groove or mechanism.
In a sentence
Les acteurs se préparent dans les coulisses avant d'entrer sur scène.
The actors prepare in the wings before going on stage.
Here, 'coulisses' refers to the backstage or wings of a theater, a place where performers prepare before appearing on stage.
Dans les coulisses du pouvoir, des décisions importantes sont prises.
Behind the scenes of power, important decisions are made.
Here, 'coulisses' metaphorically refers to 'behind the scenes,' describing activities or decision-making processes not visible to the public.
Cette fenêtre coulisse facilement grâce à ses roulements performants.
This window slides easily thanks to its efficient bearings.
In this context, 'coulisse' is used as a verb describing the sliding motion, showcasing the physical movement of an object.
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