backdrop
Example Sentences
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The events of the past 10 days show how dramatically the backdrop can change.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
For investors, the war has unfolded against the backdrop of the almost universal adoption of index funds that are cheap as dirt and easy as pie.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
“Enjoy stunning, unobstructed water views from your private terrace, creating the perfect backdrop for relaxation or entertaining.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
A five-year outlook does appear to have slipped into 1Q FY 2027, but that’s unlikely to unsettle investors given the strong gold-market backdrop, he adds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
He’d taken a picture of an ancient redwood tree standing solemnly against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
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