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backbeat

noun

Definition of backbeat

as in rhythm

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Recent Examples of backbeat Sly Dunbar, the legendary Jamaican drummer who helped steer reggae‘s modern evolution while providing the backbeat to countless recordings, has died. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026 The album started with quiet wind and then turned into a tornado of thunder and sirens, swordplay and gunfire over big horns and a funky soul backbeat. — Film Critic, Los Angeles Times, 25 Jan. 2026 Buzzing melodies of alt-rock drift over midtown and in the places in between—licks, backbeats and inspirations are traded by musicians and producers bar for bar. — Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026 But this year’s celebrations are soundtracked to a jarring backbeat as the country strains under economic pressure, insecurity and the biggest buzzkill of all — a government trying to cash in on the cool. — Vanessa Offiong, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for backbeat

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Further instances of moderate flooding are likely during Monday’s high tides and a similar rhythm of issues will continue through at least midweek.

— Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026
Amenities and experiences True to the unhurried rhythm of the avenue, The Warbler provides a complimentary daily streetcar pass, one of the great pleasures of visiting and living in the Crescent City.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026

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Massive novel diversity Resting up to 6,000 meters (19,700 feet) deep in the Pacific Ocean between Mexico and Hawaii, the Clarion-Clipperton Zone is strewn with millions of potato-sized metallic rocks.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026
Goliath uses a sheer drop from 200 feet (61 meters) to reach top speeds of 70 mph (112 kph) and focuses on velocity and downhill plunges rather than turning riders upside down through loops or corkscrews.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026

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