Against this backdrop of uncertainty, retailers are taking bold steps.
Against this backdrop of beliefs, the longing for personal significance was widespread.
Against this backdrop of social injustice, the 8th Liverpool art Biennial has just opened.
Against this backdrop of casual oppression, even the scurviest movie pirate is downright charming.
Against this backdrop of intensifying engagement, Washington's attitude has begun easing in recent weeks.
Any political progress seems almost certain to take place against this backdrop of potential violence.
Against this backdrop of bargaining and diplomatic activity, Mr. Karzai has stayed silent publicly.
Against this backdrop of civil war, economic chaos and official corruption, a humanitarian crisis is being played out.
Against this backdrop of permanent crisis, of ineluctable compromises and trade-offs, the moral responsibilities of liberal democracies seem arduous.
My love for Amalie, set against this backdrop of suffering, would be enough to make for a wonderful memoir.
Yet, against this backdrop of dissatisfaction, O'Sullivan succeeded in maintaining model discipline when it came to shot selection.
