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backward

adjective as in toward the rear

adjective as in late; slow; behind in progress

adverb as in toward the rear

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The social themes become more prominent in the second half, and we learn or are reminded just how toxic the military was to gay people, and how backward was its attitude.

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Republicans oppose the measure, arguing that partisan maps would take the state backward.

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Among the law’s loudest critics is the Teamsters union, which has said the law takes California “backward.”

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“It’s chaotic. In terms of healthcare, it’s devastating… It feels like we’re taking so many steps backward.”

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One video reviewed by The Times shows a supposed Burton wearing a backward hat and black T-shirt while sitting in a car.

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