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(in sports) to advance in a competition by relying on another team's loss
- We didn't play well, but luckily we backed into the finals after the other team's unexpected loss.
- She was surprised to find out they had backed into the championship without winning the last match.
- The team's unexpected backing into the quarterfinals was a pleasant surprise for their fans.
- Backing into the playoffs wasn't ideal, but they were grateful for the opportunity.
- Despite a shaky season, they backed into the postseason due to a series of fortunate circumstances.