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Pronunciation: [/bæk/]

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back: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use back in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “movement”

(adverb) in the direction opposite to the one that is forward. If you're walking forward and then turn around to go in the other direction, you're moving back.

Example

She took a step back to give herself more space.

Example

He continued walking forward and never looked back.

Example

Did you step back when the door opened?

Context: “position or location”

(noun) the rear part or the opposite side of something. If you're at the front of a line and someone is behind you, they are at your back.

Example

He carried the backpack on his back during the hike.

Example

She couldn't see what was behind her because her back was turned.

Example

What is on your back when you carry a backpack?

Context: “support or agree”

(verb) to support or agree with someone or something. When you have a friend's support or believe in what they are saying, you back them.

Example

I will always back my best friend no matter what.

Example

She felt disappointed when her colleagues didn't back her idea in the meeting.

Example

Would you back your friend in a disagreement?

How to pronounce back

Pronunciation: [/bæk/]

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