Hope had been a background figure in my life throughout my childhood.

Most spouses of governors-general have been content to be background figures providing them with support.

In the politics of the 1930s, Ryti was an important background figure.

A background figure, too far away to make out his features.

Four background figures seated together near the right corner of the room:

In "Life," the background figures hold a baby and a skull.

The light, color, and composition are the same, but he adds a new structure to the background figures.

I have used the names of several actual people as background figures, for a note of authenticity.

Armand is a familiar background figure within the tableau of revolutionary events.

They are the background figures who add color and meaning to her story.