as in in back of
at, to, or toward the rear of
the equipment shed is a concrete structure back of the school
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The spa offerings aren’t extensive, but the indoor/outdoor massage cabanas are wonderful and face the majestic mountains at the back of the resort.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Jack and Bates then allegedly stuffed the dead woman's body in a crawl space in the back of the home, covering the entrance with a white piece of cardboard.
—Ross Guidotti, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
The biggest difference between the Unity TB4X and the rest of the LTV lineup is the pass-through gear garage located in the very back of the vehicle.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2026
Tucked in the back of the store lies a row of tables and an old-school cafeteria-style counter.
—Natalie Hoy, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Jack and Bates then allegedly stuffed the dead woman's body in a crawl space in the back of the home, covering the entrance with a white piece of cardboard.
—Ross Guidotti, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
The biggest difference between the Unity TB4X and the rest of the LTV lineup is the pass-through gear garage located in the very back of the vehicle.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2026
Tucked in the back of the store lies a row of tables and an old-school cafeteria-style counter.
—Natalie Hoy, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
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There is also a hard economic reality behind the strategy.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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When gifting a bouquet, include a tag that identifies the symbolism behind each flower.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Back of.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/back%20of. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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