backgrounds

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McAvoy also discussed his new film California Schemin', describing the project as "extremely exciting'" as it enabled him to show underrepresented groups and people from lower income backgrounds on screen.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The guide below will examine differences in the backgrounds of the candidates, their political party affiliation and who is supporting them.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“For me it was the alt rooms that helped me grow because you know everyone has different energies and backgrounds and backstories,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

During a crisis, however, individuals from more mobile backgrounds were brought together in one place, making those hidden connections visible.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

After that, as products of very different backgrounds they were continually scared stiff of hurting each other’s feelings; hence they understood and tolerated their respective foibles almost to the point of obsequiousness.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols