on the back of

idiom

: because of or on the strength of (something)

Profits have increased on the back of improved international sales.

disapproving : by using the efforts of (other people)

The company has achieved record profits on the back of cheap labor.

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For young fans, the name Bob Love may not be plastered on the back of your jerseys, but the forward dominated the Chicago Stadium court in the 1970s. —

Justin Kaufmann, Axios, 19 Nov. 2024 The move expands Angel City’s relationship with NYX, which became the team’s first partner in the cosmetics category ahead of the 2024 season—NYX branding was on the back of the team’s practice jerseys. —

Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 19 Nov. 2024 The hair on the back of your head ought to be standing up. —

Lance Eliot, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 He was hit on the back of the head by Jets linebacker Jamien Sherwood during an 18-yard scramble, after which Maye continued to play for four more snaps before being taken out of the game. —

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