have someone's back
Defend a friend
To have someone's back is to support or protect them, especially in difficult situations.
The image is of guarding the vulnerable area a person can't see: Don't worry, I've got your back.
It implies loyalty and readiness to defend: She always has my back when things get tough.
- defendProtect from harm
- cooperateWork jointly with others
- faithfulConsistently loyal and true
- shieldHandheld defensive armor
- camaraderieGoodwill among companions
reliable · assist · steadfast · protect · safeguard · trustworthy · committed · aid · devoted · ally · uphold · stand by · in your corner · lean on · allegiance · partner · band of brothers · collaborate
have someone's backabandon
Leave behind permanently
leave someone high and dry · turn one's back on · desert · forsake · throw under the bus
have someone's backbackstab
Betray someone's trust
betray · stab in the back · double-cross · sell out · undermine
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