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as in back of
at, to, or toward the rear of
she preferred to be behind the lead hikers, who were always too much in a rush to enjoy the scenery
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Relevance
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as in delayed
not arriving, occurring, or settled at the due, usual, or proper time
the required work was behind, so now we're running late
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as in seat
the part of the body upon which someone sits
cleaned the baby's behind
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Recent Examples of behind
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
On June 9, witnesses reported seeing a man start a small brush fire in a field behind the Wal-Mart on Camino Arroyo, according to the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office.
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Jason Green,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 June 2026
New vents and a new boiling pool Scientists documented several new features left behind by the blast.
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
16 Apr. 2026
Suarez lashed seven shots towards goal on his debut against Casa Pia, going closest after a stomping run in-behind the defence and a sharp shot into the side netting.
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Thom Harris,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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Preposition
Benjamin Song, who shot an Alvarado Police Department officer in the neck during the July 4 incident at Prairieland Detention Center outside the Dallas-Fort Worth area, was sentenced to a century behind bars, according to court documents reviewed by USA TODAY.
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Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
On June 9, witnesses reported seeing a man start a small brush fire in a field behind the Wal-Mart on Camino Arroyo, according to the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office.
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Jason Green,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
Adverb
And because interior design will never entirely forego marble, Stephan also recommends leaving some of it behind to mix-and-match with other textures, styles, and finishes.
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Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 June 2026
New vents and a new boiling pool Scientists documented several new features left behind by the blast.
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Adjective
Like the scrappy bird in their nickname, the tenacious Toronto Blue Jays have clawed their way to 45 come-from-behind victories – most in the major leagues – and 87 overall, tops in the American League with under two weeks left in the 2025 campaign.
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Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
Right-hander Jordan Romano couldn’t get another out, and the Angels had to watch the Yankees celebrate a come-from-behind, walk-off win for the second time in the series.
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Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
16 Apr. 2026
Suarez lashed seven shots towards goal on his debut against Casa Pia, going closest after a stomping run in-behind the defence and a sharp shot into the side netting.
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Thom Harris,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for behind
Preposition
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Unfortunately for England, the ball hit the back post instead of the back of the net.
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This is where the doctor will take a strip of your donor hair and this will leave a strip-like scar on the back of your head.
Preposition
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Britain remembers well the fiasco of 2022, when then-Prime Minister Liz Truss triggered a mass sell-off of bonds after presenting plans for huge unfunded tax cuts.
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Speaking with Seacoast Online, part of the USA TODAY Network, three years after his diagnosis, Hall said the symptoms of the disease can come and go.
Adverb
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The pathologist documented extensive bruising and hemorrhage involving Joanna’s abdomen, flanks, back, buttocks, thighs and lower extremities, according to the affidavit.
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Other food available at the fair includes a Turkey Leg that costs $23, a Smash Cheeseburger that will set patrons back $20 and a Giant Western Sausage that sells $20.
Adjective
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The impact is already being felt across various regions, from a delayed start to the Indian monsoon to a temporary halt to Peru’s fishing season.
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That meant a delayed return to full activities.
Noun
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Davidson is more steeped in Democratic politics, including working for years as a political consultant and winning a county legislature seat in 2023.
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While other host cities have dealt with headlines about empty seats during the 2026 World Cup, KC’s stadium has been jam-packed for both of its tournament games so far.
Adverb
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Two of their toes point inward and two point rearward with sharp pointed claws.
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When moved rearward, the driver-side mattress folds and the front part of the bed base telescopes inside the larger rear section so the dinette can be expanded and used comfortably up front.
Adjective
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Women, who make up more than half (55%) of Social Security recipients ages 62 and up, on average collect $5,254 less annually than men, according to a FinanceBuzz analysis of the government's latest data.
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These figures mark a clear increase from depressed crossing rates seen during much of the Iran war since its start in late February.
Noun
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Zendaya wore an ensemble from one of her favorite brands, Louis Vuitton, stepping out in a bold-shoulder military jacket complete with tails.
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The fuselage came to rest across a concrete barrier, while its tail broke off and fell to a lower section of roadway.
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“Behind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behind. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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