backwards

Example Sentences

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"We had a period of going backwards and forwards, and nothing happening," Victoria said.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Doncic nailed a step-back three from the top of the key, held his follow through and hopped backwards on one leg.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

"This is a backwards step for Liverpool," said former Premier League goalkeeper Rob Green on 5 Live.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

He published it at age 59, when his own adventures in nervous-system regulation allowed him to bend his formerly stiff body backwards into a plow pose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Håkon stumbled backwards, sword pointed at the creature, and said, “What is that thing?”

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack