backed up

Example Sentences

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UCLA’s bats backed up Tinsley, with Bri Alejandre hitting a two-run home run to give the Bruins a 2-1 lead in the second inning.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

That sentiment was backed up by Arteta, who could not say if Raya's save to deny Fernandes was his best of the campaign because of the amount of impressive stops he has made.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Garoppolo, 34, has backed up Stafford for two seasons, and he has been invaluable.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

But to the extent deterrence is credible, it’s because it’s backed up by certain qualities in a country’s arsenals—and, more important, its politico-military decision-makers.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

The driver revved the engine, backed up and raced away, escaping down Highway 78.

From "Because They Marched" by Russell Freedman