Do you know the English expression “to back (someone) up“? Read the conversation below. Can you guess the meaning?
Julian: How was your meeting with the boss? Was he angry about your mistake?
Karen: Yes, he was angry, but the assistant manager backed me up. She told the boss that my mistake wasn’t so bad.
Does it mean:
a) support someone
b) bully someone
c) criticize someone
d) stand behind someone
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Answer: a) support someone