backyard

Example Sentences

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In 2021, Middleton began eyeing the Senate seat in his backyard.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

“I put a lot of pressure on myself, I practice everyday in the backyard or at Encino or Balboa,” Juarez said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

It feels fitting that an underdog who uses what some consider unorthodox methods was last man standing at a slugfest of a US PGA Championship held in Rocky Balboa's backyard.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The New York bagel has been widely accepted as the gold standard of the classic breakfast food, and New Yorkers proudly believe that the best bagels come from their own backyard.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

He had spent a good part of the morning walking in and out of the house, pacing the backyard, then rushing off to his room and back.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan