Meaning of the word "cover someone's back" in English
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cover someone's back
US /ˈkʌvər ˈsʌmˌwʌnz bæk/
UK /ˈkʌvər ˈsʌmˌwʌnz bæk/
Idiom
1.
to protect someone from harm, danger, or criticism
Example:
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Don't worry, I'll cover your back during the presentation.
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A good leader always covers their team's back.
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