backbone

Example Sentences

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The idea became the backbone of the A24 horror movie “Backrooms” from 20-year-old director Kane Parsons.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

All of them came through the academy at the same time and have now become the backbone of the team.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

My supermarket frequently runs 10-for-$10 deals on canned goods, which is essentially my signal to replenish the pantry backbone: black beans, chickpeas, navy beans, diced tomatoes.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

“Public hospitals are the backbone of our healthcare system,” Ahrens said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Francis’ grumbles did not disturb me, however, because further refining of our latest backbone without a solution to the bases would not represent a real step forward.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson