say something, speak, mutter, etc. under your breath

idiomPart ofbreath

say something, speak, mutter, etc. under your breath — idiom

1. To say something very quietly so that other people cannot hear it.

1.idiom
Definition

To say something very quietly so that other people cannot hear it.

Example

When the boss made the announcement, Tom muttered a complaint under his breath.

She spoke an insult under her breath, hoping no one would hear.