as in in back of
at, to, or toward the rear of
the equipment shed is a concrete structure back of the school
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In an era where the world’s accumulation of knowledge is instantly accessible on a device that fits in your pocket, I am forced to seek illicit medical triage in the back of a beauty salon.
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Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
That might leave a 53-man spot at the back of the roster if somebody stands out on special teams during camp.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 26 June 2025
At the end of a corridor at the back of the building, in a studio room, layers and layers of shine, glamour and boldness reflect on Daniel Garcia’s face, giving way to Gloria Groove.
—Billboard Brasil, Billboard, 26 June 2025
Crews located heavy fire along the back of the house.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 25 June 2025
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Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
That might leave a 53-man spot at the back of the roster if somebody stands out on special teams during camp.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 26 June 2025
At the end of a corridor at the back of the building, in a studio room, layers and layers of shine, glamour and boldness reflect on Daniel Garcia’s face, giving way to Gloria Groove.
—Billboard Brasil, Billboard, 26 June 2025
Crews located heavy fire along the back of the house.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 25 June 2025
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Another potential factor behind the hierarchy opting to let Antonio go is their focus on transitioning to a more youthful side.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
27 June 2025
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Opt for vendors whose algorithms provide clear reasoning behind key decisions.—
Amiad Solomon,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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