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back when





ADVERB
anciently
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He harangues referees and reporters and doesn’t hold back when communicating with his players.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovic did not hold back when asked about his feelings on where the furore surrounding Southampton's activities left his own side.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Q: Did you ever imagine this would happen back when you were part of the Sandinista movement?

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

What was the climate like for industrial music in L.A. back when you started in the mid-’90s?

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

She’s writing something back when the classroom door opens.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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