back into
To advance to the post-season as a result of another team's loss, especially where one's own team has also lost.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Our team backed into the playoffs after our rivals lost.”
“Even though they lost their final game, the team backed into the postseason because the other contenders also failed to win.”
“Despite a dismal performance in the final weeks of the season, the squad backed into the championship tournament solely due to a favorable outcome in a separate match.”
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all the way to Egery and back
The long way; a roundabout route; a long distance to travel.
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back down
To take a less aggressive position in a conflict than one previously had, or has planned to have.
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back forty
The most remote or inaccessible part of any place.
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back gammon player
A person, chiefly a homosexual, who has anal sex.
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back in the game
Having recovered from a disadvantageous position.
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back of one's hand
A display of disrespect or scorn.
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back off
To become less aggressive, particularly when one had appeared committed to act.
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back office
The IT and infrastructure support services for a company, separate from the public face of the business.
Last updated August 10, 2026