backstory
noun
back·story
ˈbak-ˌstȯr-ē 
: a story that tells what led up to the main story or plot (as of a film)
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The backstory What appears to be a modern building actually has quite a bit of local history.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 June 2026
And episode four’s backstory basically validates her entire childhood and a life full of paranoia, which is very satisfying.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
But fans will also get to learn more about Marshall's backstory.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 10 June 2026
His political ambitions were forged by tragedy that added grit to his tabloid backstory.
—ABC News, 9 June 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 June 2026
And episode four’s backstory basically validates her entire childhood and a life full of paranoia, which is very satisfying.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
But fans will also get to learn more about Marshall's backstory.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 10 June 2026
His political ambitions were forged by tragedy that added grit to his tabloid backstory.
—ABC News, 9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for backstory
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“Backstory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backstory. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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