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backdrop

[bak-drop] / ˈbækˌdrɒp /
NOUN
setting for something
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG


Example Sentences

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A tractor and hay bales served as a backdrop.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Many nontech names, however, “are truly much more economically dependent,” he added, so a solid growth backdrop can be the tide that lifts all of those boats.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 7, 2026

But the calm manner in which she powered past Ukrainian 15th seed Marta Kostyuk in Thursday's semi-finals - a match played against a backdrop of political tension - was a sign of her increasing maturity.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The forum, which was started decades ago as a way of showcasing investment opportunities in Russia, took place against a backdrop of growing economic stress and Putin’s own falling poll ratings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The backdrop is a row of Christmas trees flanked by a cardboard menorah and a Kwanzaa candle set.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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