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 • Mar. 25, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

"Bob had real backbone, on and off the screen," said Streisand.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

Undeterred and apparently with a backbone like steel, she shakes her head at him, contempt in her voice.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed