backbone

Example Sentences

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Nvidia’s graphics processing units have been the backbone of AI development thus far, but central processing units are having a moment.

From MarketWatch

“He has been the backbone of our family,” said Maria, 56.

From The Wall Street Journal

They added: "Teachers and support staff are the backbone of our education system."

From BBC

Trucking is the backbone of the U.S. supply chain, responsible for hauling more than 70% of domestic goods, or more than 10 billion tons annually, according to the American Trucking Associations External link.

From Barron's

Untangling the government’s stake is the critical issue for private shareholders in Fannie and Freddie, which buy mortgages from lenders and form the backbone of the U.S. housing market.

From Barron's