backed
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of backed
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at back 1, -ed 3
Example Sentences
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The determined look on his face backed up the statements he has made about continuing his career and he told friends that he is ready to start training right away.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
The city has not publicly endorsed or opposed the ballot proposals backed by WOW, and Mayor James Butts declined to comment on those initiatives.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Still, the sector appears well-positioned to absorb moderate stress, backed by strong capital buffers and sizeable provisions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
He backed a law paving the way for a state of emergency which would authorize military deployment to repress the movement and clear the blockades.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
After the truck was backed up to the door, it was no trouble to load the little monkeys.
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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