backdrop
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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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