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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Backstop' in a Sentence

"A barrier, such as a wall or wire screen, designed to prevent a ball from going too far beyond the normal playing area." more

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The environmental policy served as a necessary backstop against unchecked pollution.
The financial plan included a backstop to mitigate potential investment losses.
A net acted as a backstop to keep soccer balls from rolling into the neighboring yard.

Backstop

bak-stop
nounA barrier, such as a wall or wire screen, designed to prevent a ball from going too far beyond the normal playing area.

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Last Updated On: July 12, 2024
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