Sentence examples for a helpful backdrop from inspiring English sources

When Powell made his case for invasion to the Security Council, the tapestry was shrouded; it was felt that Picasso's image of death and terror was not a helpful backdrop.

He said a reception organised by the cross-border charity Co-operation Ireland had provided a helpful backdrop for next week's highly symbolic meeting.

A helpful blur".

A helpful clue.

"You're a helpful guy.

A helpful tip?

Responsiveness is a helpful watchword.

Maybe a helpful assist, actually.

Is that a helpful message?

"It was a helpful wicket.

Recode provides a helpful timeline.