backside

Example Sentences

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And have the most important play happen while some latecomer blocks your view with his backside while trying to find his seat.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

They just needed a kick up the backside, and they certainly got one of those from United.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2026

These days, I notice fuchsia bursts of bougainvillea instead of my mushy backside.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025

“Of course, being a racist has been illegal in our formation since 1948. The same goes for sexual harassment,” Hegseth offered, possibly to cover his backside, only to expose it again a few sentences later.

From Salon • Oct. 10, 2025

“Ask me if I care,” said the monkey, presenting its backside insultingly.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer