backing

Example Sentences

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Last year, the US brokered a peace deal between DR Congo and Rwanda, which is accused of backing rebel forces in its giant neighbour.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

But it’s a biomarker with clinical backing for impending heart attack risk, and she recommends it at MDVIP.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Some energy-industry watchers have warned that private companies are unlikely to emerge unless there is heavy financial backing from both the federal and Alberta governments.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“I do not represent a party. I don’t have a campaign manager. I don’t have a campaign consultant. There’s no political party backing me,” he told NBC4.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

“This was her idea, wasn’t it? Never mind that you’re backing out on your promise to me and Jonah.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam