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 impact-driven work, 'back up' refers to substantiating claims about social benefits. A policy maker might note, 'Our strategies are backed up by extensive social research.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

The weather forecast predicts heavy rainfall on the day of our outdoor event. Shall we consider other options?

Response:

Definitely, we need to find a back-up venue for the event.

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.