backdrop

Example Sentences

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Against that backdrop, opinion among supporters is divided over whether the club's future should still be built around 'El Cholo'.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Against this backdrop, we see an attractive risk-reward profile for short-duration high-quality bonds.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The iconic York Hall - a small, atmospheric East London venue famed for its close-quarters crowds - provided a fitting backdrop for Chisora, who fought there seven times during his first 11 bouts.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Berkeley Group BKG -8.27%decrease; red down pointing triangle said it would pause making any new land acquisitions due to the challenging market backdrop and geopolitical volatility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The morning sun lit the island like a painted backdrop from an old Hollywood movie, all greens and golds, pinks and blues.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray