back to the wall
Example Sentences
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In the midst of the Diamondbacks’ two-run fifth, All-Star center fielder Andy Pages tracked a long fly back to the wall but missed the catch as the ball bounced off his glove.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
"I very much had my back to the wall," he said.
From BBC ● Nov. 25, 2025
Off the bat, Rodriguez was tracking Tatis’ deep fly ball, going back to the wall and just waiting to make his leap.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 8, 2023
Now she had her back to the wall.
From Salon ● Apr. 16, 2023
He put his back to the wall, drew his knees up to his chest, and stared at her.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
