Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Backers of this proposal will be submitting signatures to qualify it for the November ballot later this week, according to a news release.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Backers of the bill have blamed opponents in the Lords for slowing down progress by tabling more than 1,200 amendments, believed to be a record high for a backbenchers' bill.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Backers cited his efforts to improve academic achievement.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Backers of the new main fund include the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, which committed $250 million, according to the WSJ Pro Private Equity LP Commitments database.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026

The writers of this century, whom the De Backers catalogued in their supplement, filled 647 columns, folio, very small print.

From The Century of Columbus by Walsh, James J.