backbench (Meaning)
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backbench (n)
any of the seats occupied by backbenchers in the House of Commons
Synonyms & Antonyms of backbench
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backbench Sentence Examples
- The backbenchers erupted in applause as their team scored the winning goal.
- The Prime Minister was heckled by backbenchers from both parties during his speech.
- The opposition backbenchers staged a walkout in protest against government policy.
- The backbenches were filled with newly elected MPs eager to make their mark.
- The backbench committee scrutinized the government's spending plans.
- The backbench rebellion forced the government to withdraw its proposed reforms.
- The party's backbenchers played a key role in its leadership contest.
- The backbenches served as a training ground for future ministers.
- The backbenchers were known for their outspoken views and willingness to challenge the government.
- The backbenchers of the governing party often voiced concerns about their party's direction.
FAQs About the word backbench
any of the seats occupied by backbenchers in the House of Commons
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The backbenchers erupted in applause as their team scored the winning goal.
The Prime Minister was heckled by backbenchers from both parties during his speech.
The opposition backbenchers staged a walkout in protest against government policy.
The backbenches were filled with newly elected MPs eager to make their mark.