backing

Example Sentences

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Several other attendees would agree — even those who aren’t backing the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

Asked whether that backing might be a liability, Hilton insisted it was an "asset for Californians", arguing co-operation with Washington could help deliver policy changes - particularly on energy.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

The second-biggest payday will go to Antonio Gracias, his close friend and longtime investor who has made a career out of backing Musk.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Most of gambling public is still backing the traditional proven winners to prevail, unlike the projection from Google’s Gemini.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Around me the women were backing away, so there was a space between us.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff