back-up

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Back-up' is a substitute or alternative in case the original fails or is unavailable. Like having a second car when the first one won't start.

Examples in Different Contexts

In creative fields, 'back up' can mean justifying creative choices with reasoning. An artist might explain, 'My choice of colors is backed up by the theme's emotional tone.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

It seems that the risk of data loss is increasing due to recent cyber attacks. Should we consider additional safety measures?

Response:

Yes, perhaps we should back-up all critical data more frequently to prevent any potential loss.

Business

Scenario:

Our dependency on a single supplier is a significant risk. Should we explore other vendors for risk mitigation?

Response:

Absolutely, we need to identify a back-up supplier to reduce our dependency.