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backing

[bak-ing] / ˈbæk ɪŋ /
NOUN
support
Synonyms
STRONGEST
advocacy aid assistance encouragement endorsement help sponsorship subsidy
STRONG
abetment accompaniment adherence aegis auspices championing championship funds grant patronage reinforcement sanction secondment
Antonyms
STRONGEST
blockage hindrance hurt injury obstruction opposition stop
WEAK
disfavor

Example Sentences

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Tuareg rebels meanwhile announced an agreement allowing Russian forces backing Mali's army to withdraw from the northern city of Kidal, which they claimed was "totally" under their control.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

The objections start with the lack of a direct, confirming view rearward, which would seem to increase the risk of backing into, or over, something or someone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

Raman was twice elected to the council with the backing from the local chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

With Sheryl Crow taking backing vocals, “Long Long Road” finds Starr dispensing advice for the ages.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

I give them a squeeze before backing away.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer

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