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backgrounds

NOUN

experience or circumstances

Synonyms

STRONGEST

backdrop culture education environment history practice qualification tradition training upbringing

STRONG

accomplishments acquirement actions atmosphere attainment aura breeding capacity credentials cultivation deeds framework grounding preparation rearing seasoning

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignorance

WEAK

foreground

Example Sentences

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“We see the shape of hiring changing some of these skills and backgrounds, but at the same time, we don’t see it dislocating the need for having great individuals with deep, critical-thinking skills,” Narayan said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

His leads, he said, come with contrasting backgrounds.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Many of the people it helps are from disadvantaged backgrounds, with some living in the island's static caravan parks, having been unable to afford to rent a flat or house.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

McAvoy also discussed his new film California Schemin', describing the project as "extremely exciting'" as it enabled him to show underrepresented groups and people from lower income backgrounds on screen.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

It’s going to take a while for the photographer to take five poses with different backgrounds.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina