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la retaguardia

the rear

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phrase Rare #42,809
the rear Used for the back area behind the front line or behind a group, especially in military contexts.
SP: Los soldados avanzaron mientras otros cuidaban la retaguardia.
EN: The soldiers advanced while others guarded the rear.

Porque te necesito conmigo atrás para cubrir la retaguardia.

Because I need you with me behind me to cover the rear.

— The Internship (2026)

Hay que enviarlo a la retaguardia, la guerra no es cosa de niños.

He needs to be sent to the rear; war is not child's play.

— La infancia de Iván (1962)

No puedo ir a la retaguardia.

I can't go to the rear.

— La infancia de Iván (1962)

Vigilen la retaguardia.

Watch your rear.

— Máquina de guerra (2026)

Pero, por desgracia soy indispensable en la retaguardia.

But, unfortunately, I am indispensable behind the lines.

— El tambor de hojalata (1979)