backup
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2.4
- noun
- /ˈbækʌp/
- Look, we knew that if things went wrong, we'd have a backup plan, and we do.
- a backup plan
- provide backup
- backup material
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Watch on YouTubeHe just, you know, Yep, I needed backup.
- He just, you know, Yep, I needed backup.
- Thank you for the backup material and the All right, here I go.
Examples
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But they learn all this in their own environment, with considerable backup support available.
Academic text (1990) -
But when they made those efforts, there was no US backup or support.
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Give me some backup and take care of the girl.
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Give me some backup here!
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All I need from the council is backup.
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Meet the deadline for the revised copy, and provide detailed backup material when requested.
Academic text (2008) -
When evidence inevitably surfaces that contradicts the defense's position, lawyers need to have a backup plan.
Academic text (2009) -
The committee decided to provide additional backup to the candidate during the debate to strengthen their argument.
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When she presented her case, she appreciated the backup from her colleagues to reinforce her points.
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The lawyer requested more backup from experts to support her legal arguments effectively.
Synonyms
144
2.6
Help or approval, often with money, that lets a project continue
15
6.0
Support, often money, that people give to art or cultural groups
Compounds
- Specialized
4
2.8
A file that stores a copy of other files so you can get them back if they are lost
- Specialized
1
3.4
A computer setup that makes and stores copies of files to get them back after loss
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Morphology
Etymology
Backup comes from back + up, meaning help that comes from behind to make someone stronger. So asking for 'backup' means you want extra help or support.