BACKING (UP) Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

backing (up)

verb

Definition of backing (up)

present participle of back (up)

as in testifying (to)

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as in hardening

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These rules manifest as algorithms, AI models, platforms, technological infrastructure and social convention, hardening through use into the conditions of cultural life.

— Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 17 Aug. 2026
The state needs to have programs to help incentivize and help subsidize these hazard mitigation measures and home hardening measures.

— John Ramos, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of hardening

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Her treatment was complicated by existing blood-clotting disorders, liver problems and allergies to certain medications, KAKE reported.

— Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Kumamoto authorities were to start delivering leaflets to those taking shelter in their cars, urging them to stay in cool places, drink enough liquids and regularly exercise to avoid blood-clotting risks.

— Mari Yamaguchi, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026

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Netflix revealed its latest YA acquisition, Sunshine Girls, a coming-of-age series from Brat TV, today, setting the premiere window for December 2026.

— Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2026
The aircraft carrier's movements come amid reports of mental health and supply issues aboard the USS Lincoln, whose long deployment to the Middle East in support of the Iran war includes a record-setting time at sea of more than 200 days.

— Nicholas Kerr, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of setting

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As most of the scientific books tell us, coagulating protein at lower temperatures produces more tender clumps; adding a little water or cream makes an omelet tenderer still.

— Jeffrey Steingarten, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2026
Two dented blue bottles of Cuajo Titanium, a liquid coagulating enzyme used to curdle milk, remained on a wooden table, caked in mud.

— Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026

Definition of coagulating

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