back

noun/verb/adjective89 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.3

the bottom part of the back

a back that causes pain or problems

the top part of the back

a back that is painful, especially when touched

describes a back capable of bearing heavy loads

a back that has a continuous, dull pain

a back with muscles that hurt and are difficult to move

a back with a fractured spine

describes a back with well-developed muscles

describes a back that is not curved

describes a wide back

a back that is not covered by clothing

describes a back that is curved forward

describes a thin and graceful back

to move backwards fast

to move backwards in a hurried way

to need to withdraw your position or claim

to have no choice but to withdraw your position or claim

be careful because people may want to harm you

to the area behind a building, like a house

to the area behind a building, like a house

to the area behind a building, like a house

to cause pain or injury to your back

to harm your back, often seriously

to rub and press someone's back to reduce pain and relax muscles

to move your hand backwards and forwards over your back

to lightly tap someone's back with an open hand, often to show approval

to curve your back

to fracture your spine; also used figuratively to mean to work extremely hard

to bend your back and shoulders into a rounded shape

to move your hand gently over someone's back

to touch or stroke someone's back gently and lovingly

your back is in pain

your back feels a continuous, dull pain