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behind

Definition for behind

adverb as in in a position further back; following

adverb as in in debt; late

noun as in buttocks

preposition as in being the reason for

preposition as in in support

Strong matches

backing, supporting

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An investigation is also under way to establish the motive behind the attack.

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The company has scrapped its push into low-carbon energy and is doubling down on oil-and-gas production in an effort to boost shareholder valuations as its shares lag behind rivals.

England fans are once again going through who the striker options behind captain Kane and the answer does not appear obvious.

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Israelis went through two years of strain on its armed forces, which are largely made up of civilian reservists who left jobs and families behind.

"For too long, opportunities have been concentrated in cities, leaving rural youth behind. Our mission has always been to create world-class careers closer to home, while proving that quality work can be delivered from anywhere."

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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