back of

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

On the back of its blockbuster-style debut, the platform also released a limited "sing-along" edition in North American cinemas for one weekend, which topped the box-office chart.

From Barron's

The engravings were broadcast on a screen at the back of the ballroom for those on the far ends of the packed hall.

From Los Angeles Times

Spotted on the engraving stage at the back of the ballroom: Maggie Kang, co-writer and co-director of “KPop Demon Hunters,” who won the Oscar for animated feature; Kate Hawley, winner for costume design on “Frankenstein”; Joachim Trier, director of “Sentimental Value,” which won international feature; and Autumn Durald Arkapaw of “Sinners,” who made history as the first female cinematographer to win an Oscar.

From Los Angeles Times

"It was a great performance - very solid from the back of the court. I tried to go for shots and that felt like one of the keys," he said.

From BBC

Riding on the back of a garbage collector's truck for her social media accounts, she has promised a city that is clean seven days a week.

From Barron's