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as in backdrops
the physical conditions or features that form the setting against which something is viewed
they got married on a mountain top with the sunset as background
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Recent Examples of backgrounds
One of the things that's stuck with Master P most about the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina was that people from all backgrounds and all means stepped in to help survivors.
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Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 2 Sep. 2025
Surround yourself with others from various backgrounds and get to know their journey.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
But really, guests note that this Austin staple is the place to meet locals from all different backgrounds.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Sep. 2025
Vance was selected for vice president in large part because of his ability to speak to Americans from different economic backgrounds, namely blue-collar workers in manufacturing-heavy states.
—Francesca Chambers, The Enquirer, 30 Aug. 2025
Vance was selected for vice president in large part because of his ability to speak to Americans from different economic backgrounds, namely blue-collar workers in manufacturing-heavy states.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
The cast includes Arjun Bijlani, Dhanashree Verma, Kubbra Sait, and Kiku Sharda from diverse backgrounds spanning Bollywood, music, politics, entrepreneurship, and social media.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Highlighting 500 schools that cultivate successful, high-earning and influential graduates from diverse economic backgrounds, the University of Kentucky secured the 233rd spot on Forbes' list.
—Stephanie Stremplewski, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Aug. 2025
Operators often have electrical engineering or technical mechanical backgrounds, with training in the running of critical facilities; others work on the IT or network system side and are also considered operators.
—Elissa Welle, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Aug. 2025
Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 2 Sep. 2025
Surround yourself with others from various backgrounds and get to know their journey.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
But really, guests note that this Austin staple is the place to meet locals from all different backgrounds.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Sep. 2025
Vance was selected for vice president in large part because of his ability to speak to Americans from different economic backgrounds, namely blue-collar workers in manufacturing-heavy states.
—Francesca Chambers, The Enquirer, 30 Aug. 2025
Vance was selected for vice president in large part because of his ability to speak to Americans from different economic backgrounds, namely blue-collar workers in manufacturing-heavy states.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
The cast includes Arjun Bijlani, Dhanashree Verma, Kubbra Sait, and Kiku Sharda from diverse backgrounds spanning Bollywood, music, politics, entrepreneurship, and social media.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Highlighting 500 schools that cultivate successful, high-earning and influential graduates from diverse economic backgrounds, the University of Kentucky secured the 233rd spot on Forbes' list.
—Stephanie Stremplewski, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Aug. 2025
Operators often have electrical engineering or technical mechanical backgrounds, with training in the running of critical facilities; others work on the IT or network system side and are also considered operators.
—Elissa Welle, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for backgrounds
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Shot against the stunning backdrops of New Zealand, the campaign shows how even the smallest moments of a morning ritual — from the hiss of steam to the first swirl of crema — can embody calm and indulgence.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Fergus McCaffrey While context informs and amplifies the viewing experience, Jacobs’ abstract paintings may be appreciated without these backdrops.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Since December, Stein has trained groups and organizations ranging from schools to law firms to medical clinics, in urban, rural and suburban settings.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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According to reports, it has been disallowed in settings of all kinds.—
Keyaira Boone,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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From romantic florals to elegant damasks and bucolic toile scenes, old-world wallpaper is making a grand and graceful return.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Their characters are voiced by Arden Cho, May Hong and Ji-young Yoo, respectively, but real-life singers perform on behalf of the characters during musical scenes.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Backgrounds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backgrounds. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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