| opposition backer | 0.46 | The opposition backers scattered and threw stones. | ||
| initiative backer | 0.39 | Initiative backers dismiss the criticism. | ||
| stadium backer | 0.39 | Enterprising stadium backers have taken this criticism to heart. | ||
| project backer | 0.33 | The NFL has assured project backers that a new facility would earn the Valley at least one Super Bowl. | ||
| campaign backer | 0.26 | HELPED OTHER BACKERS The report said there were other examples of McCain aiding campaign backers. | ||
| industry backer | 0.26 | Beer industry backers believe this makes a powerful argument for repealing the tax hike. | ||
| replacement backer | 0.26 | Levitt claimed a replacement backer had come forward. | ||
| venture backer | 0.26 | The venture backers are optimistic but not patient. |