back line
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Unlike much of the group stage, Sunday’s game was a sloppy, sleepy affair, with South Africa relying on some heroic play from its back line to keep the game even.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 28, 2026
What we can't live with is if there's gaps in the back line and with runners in behind.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
The game against Trinidad was his first start in the qualifying tournament and he was playing up in the midfield, not in his usual position on the back line.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 7, 2026
When City are in possession, they push everyone forward but leave only two centre-backs covering their whole back line of defence.
From BBC ● Apr. 19, 2026
Every few minutes you turned to look at them, and if you saw one of them moving the offender had to retire to the back line and begin again.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
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