backstory

noun

back·story ˈbak-ˌstȯr-ē

: a story that tells what led up to the main story or plot (as of a film)

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The Pittsburgh native’s estate previously shared a statement explaining the backstory behind Balloonerism and their decision to liberate it to his fans at this juncture. —

Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 8 Jan. 2025 The Seed of the Sacred Fig Photo: Neon The Awards Chatter: Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof’s movie has a rich backstory, having been shot in secret in Iran before being finished in Germany in order for Rasoulof to avoid further time in prison. —

Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025 After the game, Mulkey offered a backstory about the backboard-and-net ensemble. —

Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025 The pair have a backstory in La Liga, but recently appeared to have put their battles to bed. —

Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for backstory