as in inventories
a large number of jobs or items that are waiting to be finished or processed
We have a huge backlog of orders yet to be filled.
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Recent Examples of backlogs
Duehning recalled that processing backlogs for H-4 visas and work permits in 2019 and 2020 caused substantial upheaval in the Bay Area.
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Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
Bettridge noted that because of the month-long closure, backlogs are expected, and employers should plan submissions carefully, track timelines and anticipate longer processing periods.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Within just the cybersecurity space, AI is helping companies accelerate code remediation, cut down on defect backlogs faster and improve business resiliency.
—Daniel Kendzior, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
With current gas turbine backlogs, a natural gas plant can take five years and nuclear a decade or more.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 20 Oct. 2025
Without any further interruptions, the Port of Rotterdam Authority expects backlogs will not be fully cleared out until the end of October.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
These were knee-jerk reactions to an announcement that probably doesn’t change the status quo or backlogs for the foreseeable future, and who knows if this microfluidics technology can be done at scale.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2025
But department officials have previously disputed the union’s allegations, arguing that its actions were necessary due to the ongoing litigation over the SAVE plan, and that significant progress has been made in addressing the application backlogs.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Merkwae said another way to reduce the backlogs is reexamining and changing charging practices.
—Margaret Shreiner, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
Bettridge noted that because of the month-long closure, backlogs are expected, and employers should plan submissions carefully, track timelines and anticipate longer processing periods.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Within just the cybersecurity space, AI is helping companies accelerate code remediation, cut down on defect backlogs faster and improve business resiliency.
—Daniel Kendzior, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
With current gas turbine backlogs, a natural gas plant can take five years and nuclear a decade or more.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 20 Oct. 2025
Without any further interruptions, the Port of Rotterdam Authority expects backlogs will not be fully cleared out until the end of October.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
These were knee-jerk reactions to an announcement that probably doesn’t change the status quo or backlogs for the foreseeable future, and who knows if this microfluidics technology can be done at scale.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2025
But department officials have previously disputed the union’s allegations, arguing that its actions were necessary due to the ongoing litigation over the SAVE plan, and that significant progress has been made in addressing the application backlogs.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Merkwae said another way to reduce the backlogs is reexamining and changing charging practices.
—Margaret Shreiner, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for backlogs
Noun
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The decline in the measure reflected producers drawing down their raw materials inventories at the fastest rate since October 2024.—
Reade Pickert Bloomberg,
Arkansas Online,
6 Jan. 2026
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Red Wolf is expected to be ready for initial operational fielding in 2026, according to industry reporting, as the Marine Corps and the Pentagon look to expand their inventories of affordable, long-range strike and sensing systems for a potential high-end conflict.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Shelf ice forms along beaches where ice piles up after being pushed to shore.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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Amid a large snowstorm in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, one curious dog dived into piles of snow in a now-viral video.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
2 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The food bank provides food and other supplies for the pets of senior citizens, low-income families, people with disabilities or terminal illnesses, veterans, and homeless community members.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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When state media broadcasts funerals for fighters killed in Syria or Yemen while Iran’s hospitals lack basic supplies, the disconnect between rhetoric and reality becomes glaring.—
Kamran Talattof,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2026
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From his prison cell, Khandaqji wrote two poetry collections, hundreds of essays, and four novels.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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Like Armani fashion, its fragrance brand is built in a pyramid structure, with Armani Privé like couture; Giorgio Armani, encompassing timeless collections, and Emporio Armani, the brand’s younger, more accessible branch.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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As hoards are often buried with other remains, archaeologists have dispatched teams to investigate.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Oct. 2025
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Now, more than ever, social media serves as a critical entry point for hoards of new fans.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, regular funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – also known as SNAP, food stamps and CalFresh in California – were depleted at the end of October.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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The deal would reinstate federal workers who had received reduction in force, or layoff, notices and reimburse states that spent their own funds to keep federal programs running during the shutdown.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
10 Nov. 2025
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Venezuela has built up significant stockpiles of crude over since the United States began its oil embargo late last year.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
7 Jan. 2026
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That indicates many firms are relying on existing stockpiles to satisfy tepid demand.—
Reade Pickert Bloomberg,
Arkansas Online,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Advisories remain in effect through midday Saturday, with accumulations generally between 1 and 3 inches.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Overall, northern counties and areas along Lake Erie have the best chance for snow, with minor accumulations likely in higher terrain and coastal locations.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Backlogs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backlogs. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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