the brains behind (something)
the brains behind (something)
The person responsible for a certain plan or idea. Sheila is the brains behind our new environmental initiative, so she deserves all the credit. I wonder which of my enemies is the brains behind this latest rumor about me.
See also: behind, brain
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
the ˈbrains behind something
the person who thinks of new ideas and makes plans for somebody/something: Everyone knew that she was the real brains behind the operation.See also: behind, brain, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- the brains behind something
- be the brains behind (something)
- brains
- to (one's) credit
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- I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy
- putty head
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- May the best man/woman win.
- deserve credit for (someone or something)