In the background
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Something that is not the main focus, but is still present or noticeable.
While they were having a conversation, the TV was playing in the background.
Often appears as...
- music playing in the background
- noise in the background
phrase
The circumstances or events that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea.
To understand this situation, you need to know the background.
Often appears as...
- background information
- background research
Usage tips
Academic
phrase
In computing, a process or operation that is running on a computer without the user's direct control.
The antivirus software was running in the background.
Often appears as...
- running in the background
- background process
Usage tips
Technical
phrase
Something that is not the main focus, but is still present or noticeable.
While they were having a conversation, the TV was playing in the background.
Often appears as...
- music playing in the background
- noise in the background
phrase
The circumstances or events that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea.
To understand this situation, you need to know the background.
Often appears as...
- background information
- background research
Usage tips
Academic
phrase
In computing, a process or operation that is running on a computer without the user's direct control.
The antivirus software was running in the background.
Often appears as...
- running in the background
- background process
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Presence
Use when something is happening quietly or discreetly alongside more prominent activities.
I noticed the faint smell of coffee in the background.
Pro Tip 2/3Ambiance Creator
Refers to sounds or visuals that contribute to the overall atmosphere without being the focus.
The sound of rain in the background added to the cozy ambience of the cafe.
Pro Tip 3/3Unintentional Distraction
Something that might catch attention without meaning to during an event or task.
His phone kept vibrating in the background during the interview.
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Presence
Use when something is happening quietly or discreetly alongside more prominent activities.
I noticed the faint smell of coffee in the background.
Pro Tip 2/3Ambiance Creator
Refers to sounds or visuals that contribute to the overall atmosphere without being the focus.
The sound of rain in the background added to the cozy ambience of the cafe.
Pro Tip 3/3Unintentional Distraction
Something that might catch attention without meaning to during an event or task.
His phone kept vibrating in the background during the interview.
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Presence
Use when something is happening quietly or discreetly alongside more prominent activities.
I noticed the faint smell of coffee in the background.
Pro Tip 2/3Ambiance Creator
Refers to sounds or visuals that contribute to the overall atmosphere without being the focus.
The sound of rain in the background added to the cozy ambience of the cafe.
Pro Tip 3/3Unintentional Distraction
Something that might catch attention without meaning to during an event or task.
His phone kept vibrating in the background during the interview.
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