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backed

Pronunciation: [bækt]

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

Context: “support”

(verb) to give support or help to someone or something. It means showing that you are on their side or helping them succeed. Like when you cheer for your friend in a game.

Example

I backed my friend's idea for the school project because I thought it was great.

Example

She didn't back the proposal because she had concerns about its impact.

Example

Did you back the team during the championship?

Context: “finance”

(verb) to provide money or resources to support a project or business. This is important when someone wants to start something new, like a company or a film.

Example

They backed the new film with a lot of funding from investors.

Example

He decided not to back the startup after seeing its poor business plan.

Example

Who backed the initiative to build a new playground in our community?

Context: “status”

(adjective) when something is supported or reinforced in some way. For example, a backed decision means a choice that has strong support behind it.

Example

The backed plan received praise from everyone involved.

Example

The unbacked claims were quickly dismissed by the board.

Example

Is that proposal backed by evidence?

How to pronounce backed

Pronunciation: [bækt]

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