ride on the back of
To make use of; to take advantage of.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The small company rides on the back of its famous parent brand.”
“The new software rides on the back of existing technology to offer users faster speeds without needing new hardware.”
“The political movement successfully rode on the back of widespread public dissatisfaction to secure a surprising victory in the national elections.”
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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 into
To advance to the post-season as a result of another team's loss, especially where one's own team has also lost.
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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.
Last updated August 10, 2026