backed

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Nigel's academy at Goals in Wimbledon is part of Play Their Way, a coaching campaign backed by Sport England.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 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

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

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

Instead of lunging forward to protect us, J.W. backed into the weeds, growling and whining.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck