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Idiom: Back Into

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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see 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.

To be forced into a situation by circumstances.

Example Sentences

1
She realized her friend had back into a corner and was in desperate need of help.
2
He managed to back into a lucrative business deal through his impressive negotiation skills.
3
The boxer was forced to back into a defensive stance to protect himself from his opponent's punches.
4
The company had to back into a smaller market after their expansion plans failed.

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