On the back of something

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prepositional phrase

Because of or after something else, such as a success or achievement.

The team won the championship on the back of their strong defense.
Visual representation of "on the back of something" - Because of or after something else, such as a success or achievement

Often appears as...

  • on the back of a victory
  • on the back of a success

Usage tips

Colloquial

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Causal Link

Use it to indicate a direct cause-effect relationship between two events or situations.

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She got the promotion on the back of her exceptional sales record.
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Not Always Positive

The phrase can refer to both positive and negative outcomes.

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The company's losses occurred on the back of poor market performance.
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Sequential Events

Emphasizes that one event follows another, often as a consequence or result.

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The film gained popularity on the back of rave reviews.
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