in back

phrase

: in an area at the back of something
The clerk brought out the item from the storeroom in back

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Stefanski replaced Raheem Morris, who went 8-9 in back-to-back seasons. — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 27 July 2026 Amid a season marred by struggles, Kyle Tucker hits home runs in back-to-back games to help the Dodgers secure a series win over the New York Mets. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026 The teams faced each other in back-to-back postseasons in 2018 and 2019, with the rivalry peaking during a seven-game series in 2019. — Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 25 July 2026 Like Community Tax, the firm works with clients who typically owe at least $10,000 in back taxes and need help addressing IRS collection issues. — Adam Palasciano, USA Today, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in back

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“In back.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20back. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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