Meaning of the word "hidden agenda" in English

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hidden agenda

US /ˈhɪd.ən əˈdʒɛn.də/

UK /ˈhɪd.ən əˈdʒɛn.də/

a secret motive or purpose behind an action or statement

Example:

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I suspect he has a hidden agenda for offering to help us.

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The politician was accused of having a hidden agenda to privatize public services.

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