This is a Spanish idiomatic phrase that translates to 'throw the stone and hide the hand'. It is used to describe someone who causes problems or stirs up trouble, but then avoids responsibility or pretends they had nothing to do with it.
Examples
- Spanish: Juan siempre critica a los demás en reuniones, pero cuando se le enfrenta, actúa como si no supiera de qué estás hablando. Siempre está tirando la piedra y escondiendo la mano.
- English: Juan always criticizes others in meetings, but when confronted, he acts like he doesn't know what you're talking about. He's always throwing the stone and hiding his hand.