He is hiding in the curtains. vs He is hiding behind the curtains.

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. 'He is hiding in the curtains' suggests that he is concealed within the fabric of the curtains, while 'He is hiding behind the curtains' implies that he is positioned at the back of the curtains, using them as a cover.

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He is hiding in the curtains.

This phrase is correct and can be used to indicate that someone is concealed within the fabric of the curtains.

This phrase is used when someone is physically inside or covered by the curtains, suggesting a more intimate or hidden location.

Examples:

She was playing hide and seek and decided to hide in the curtains.
The cat loves to hide in the curtains when it's scared.
He found a secret compartment in the curtains where he could hide his treasures.
The child peeked out from behind the curtains, giggling.
The thief was hiding in the curtains, waiting for the right moment to strike.

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By running too fast and getting twisted in the curtain.
Well... he is obsessed with the curtains.
'Cause... every couple of months I have this recurring dream where I'm in the curtains, hiding, and that I'm kissing your neck.
It is very obvious to the world that he is hiding in Pakistan.
I know where there is one, he is hiding in my grandfathers house.
We cut a hole in the curtain and stuck our knobs through.
She wasn't in the curtain call.
- Giovanna used to draw the curtains.
He closed the door and the curtains.
You'll be astounded by what you find behind the curtain.
We've got to get behind the curtain.
I may have to show you what's behind the curtain.
And good luck finding someone who can open and close the curtains.
Not here, search behind the curtains.
Locals report strange noises, movement behind the curtains.
Counselor, please show the court what's behind the curtain.
Okay, children, wait here for the curtain.
- There was puke all over the curtain.
You too can start closing the curtains.
Mrs. Mills, close all the curtains.

Alternatives:

He is hiding behind the curtains.
He is hiding beside the curtains.
He is hiding near the curtains.
He is hiding around the curtains.
He is hiding next to the curtains.

He is hiding behind the curtains.

This phrase is correct and indicates that someone is positioned at the back of the curtains, using them as a cover.

This phrase is used when someone is using the curtains as a shield or cover, suggesting a more visible but still concealed location.

Examples:

The children were hiding behind the curtains, trying not to giggle.
She peeked out from behind the curtains to see if he was still there.
He found a great hiding spot behind the curtains in the living room.
The spy was hiding behind the curtains, listening to the conversation in the room.
The cat was hiding behind the curtains, waiting to pounce on its toy.

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Whatever is hiding behind the mask, you need medical attention.
Is hiding behind the other two.
Holloway is hiding behind the ghost of Johnny Ricketts, but we all know ghosts are transparent.
Unfortunately, in order to pass off this anomaly, the rapporteur is hiding behind the temporary nature of the measure.
The European Commission is hiding behind the slogan of free competition, not wanting to admit to itself that during a period of massive price rises on a global scale some sections of the economy need to be protected, as Asiatic countries are doing.
The Commission is hiding behind the responsibility of the Member States, which are supposed to manage 80% of expenditure, in particular agricultural and regional expenditure.
By its attitude the Council is showing that it does not want these improvements in terms of content either, which is why it is hiding behind the arguments of the compromise package.
You'll be astounded by what you find behind the curtain.
We've got to get behind the curtain.
I may have to show you what's behind the curtain.
Not here, search behind the curtains.
Locals report strange noises, movement behind the curtains.
Counselor, please show the court what's behind the curtain.
Nice to meet the wizard behind the curtain.
I am seriously ready to meet the man behind the curtain.
There is a changing room behind the curtain.
Okay, Syd, get behind the curtain.
In to the left, behind the curtain.
Like when Dorothy sees the wizard behind the curtain.
We've all been behind the curtain.

Alternatives:

He is hiding in the curtains.
He is hiding beside the curtains.
He is hiding near the curtains.
He is hiding around the curtains.
He is hiding next to the curtains.

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He is hiding in the curtains. vs He is hiding behind the curtains.