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as in around
toward the opposite direction
turned back for one last comment
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3
as in backwards
toward the rear
concert security asked the crowd to move back
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as in jugular
a vulnerable point
a candidate needing a loyal aide who can be relied upon to always watch his back
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as in to advocate
to promote the interests or cause of
she enthusiastically backed the plan to renovate and upgrade the school's facilities
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as in to aid
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
a number of influential people have already agreed to back the candidate
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as in to reinforce
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
the author needs to back her thesis with more facts
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as in hind
being at or in the part of something opposite the front part
she carried all the presents in the back door, as the children were playing in the front yard
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Recent Examples of back
Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
However, the intermediate-term measure move projection of approximately $504 is not far from current levels, so with support back near $456, the risk/reward would be more compelling after a pullback.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 30 June 2025
Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 17 June 2025
That, and the fact that she’s had a lifelong battle with a bad back.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 17 June 2025
Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2025
Rutte has publicly backed the peace talks that grew out of Trump’s view of himself as a dealmaker, and have at times raised alarm among others in NATO.
—Adam Rasmi, Time, 20 June 2025
Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 29 June 2025
Singh played the front nine 7-over between the first two days — seven bogeys, a double bogey and one birdie — while playing the back 3-under.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 27 June 2025
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Adverb
Village officials, too, have to decide on what form the property along Washington Street, west of Milwaukee back to the tollway, will take.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
However, the intermediate-term measure move projection of approximately $504 is not far from current levels, so with support back near $456, the risk/reward would be more compelling after a pullback.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 30 June 2025
Noun
He was discovered lying face down on his bed covered in a blanket with trauma and what appeared to be a stab wound to his back, police source said.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 17 June 2025
That, and the fact that she’s had a lifelong battle with a bad back.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 17 June 2025
Verb
Share it consistently through talks, X posts or articles, backed by real results.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2025
Rutte has publicly backed the peace talks that grew out of Trump’s view of himself as a dealmaker, and have at times raised alarm among others in NATO.
—Adam Rasmi, Time, 20 June 2025
Adjective
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) stood along the back wall of the chamber — appearing somewhat nervous — waiting for his missing colleagues to arrive on the floor.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 29 June 2025
Singh played the front nine 7-over between the first two days — seven bogeys, a double bogey and one birdie — while playing the back 3-under.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for back
Adverb
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What Happened To Apple's Stock Price? Apple shares have dropped around 20 percent since a peak of $259.02 per share on December 26, 2024, with a price of $201.00 near the close of trading on Friday afternoon.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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Like most trends, neckties will likely come back around in another fun and unique way.—
Kristopher Fraser,
Robb Report,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Photo : Open Homes Photography An aerial view of its rear.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
20 June 2025
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The rear of the Eversolo Play has a Trigger In port for synchronizing system control with other HiFi components.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Zachary Naegele, 24, was competing at the Conley Invitational in Palmetto, Florida, last week when the bull’s horn punctured his jugular, causing blood to stream out in a heart-pounding, caught-on-camera moment.—
Michael Dorgan,
Fox News,
15 Feb. 2025
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Gone are the days of Ami Cusack cutting down men without hesitation or Natalie Bolton flossing her teeth with Jason Siska’s jugular.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
12 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Ward's responsibilities will focus on enhancing market access, advocating for trade policies that benefit U.S. agriculture and developing international partnerships to promote the region's diverse agricultural products.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 June 2025
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While some lawmakers advocated for the move, others — including some of the president’s most vocal supporters on the right-flank — pushed against the U.S. directly getting involved in the conflict.—
Mychael Schnell,
The Hill,
22 June 2025
Verb
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The tight supply and inventory conditions in the HBM sector are also aiding pricing.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Today, Aflac is a household name, aided by the now-iconic duck mascot and consistent returns.—
Glen Luke Flanagan,
Fortune,
30 June 2025
Verb
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The family also played a key role in commemorating the 80th anniversaries of D-Day and V-E Day, further reinforcing its role on both the national and international stage.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2025
Adverb
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Loosely based on a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the film tells the tale of Benjamin Button, who is born with the appearance and strength of an elderly man and ultimately ages backward into infancy.—
Derek Scancarelli,
EW.com,
27 June 2025
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The Brief June 26, 2025 Updates on Trump and Netanyahu, NATO, and more Play icon 06:02 Skip backward 15 seconds Length: Long Speed: 1.0x Skip forward 15 seconds TIME AI LogoPowered byScale logo Donald Trump loves to give nicknames.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
26 June 2025
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In reality, the 64-year-old actress has a soft spot for senior dogs.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
22 June 2025
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McKinney Between 35 to 50 minutes from Dallas McKinney, Texas, has a little something for everybody, starting with those with a soft spot for charming downtowns.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
17 June 2025
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“Back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/back. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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