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backstory

[bak-stawr-ee, -stohr-ee] / ˈbækˌstɔr i, -ˌstoʊr i /


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Steinbeck never points to a definitive incitement to explain her behavior, instead writing, “I believe there are monsters born in the world to human parents” to open a chapter devoted to Cathy’s backstory.

From Salon ● Oct. 3, 2026

The backstory of Driscoll's resignation cut deep into issues about the readiness of the US Army.

From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026

Look forward to a delightful movie with a wild backstory: Its corporate ownership tried to bury Coyote vs.

From Slate ● Aug. 27, 2026

The overall tongue-in-cheekiness of “Lanterns” makes it wobbly stuff for allegory, but the more alarming aspect is the John Stewart backstory.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026

“Dad, to answer that question would take hours of backstory, and I know that you’re probably very tired, so just go back t—” “In the house,” he thundered.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green

His script is richly layered with character details and heartwrenching backstories that encourage the viewer to go deeper, to spend time analyzing their own discomfort.

From Salon ● Jun. 15, 2026

Eleri said her work had enabled her to travel the UK and meet "so many amazing fellow shirt sellers, people with so many interesting backstories".

From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026

The critical and fan response, as well as the opportunity to explore new characters’ backstories, led Lucasfilm to choose this show to spin off into a movie, according to sources close to the studio.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026

Delve into the backstories of instantly recognizable handbags, including the Hermès Birkin, Loewe Puzzle and Dior’s Lady Dior.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 28, 2025

The bus was packed with a motley group of men and women who represented the spectrum of ages, neighborhoods, backstories, and motivations.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore


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