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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However, the analysts warned that low chip inventories could still cause disruptions in the near term.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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Because newborn monkeys take a few years to reach the suitable age for experiments, facilities sometimes supplement their inventories.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Of course, the most popular picks among winter sports enthusiasts take them to the nation’s mightiest mountain ranges, with technique-testing terrain, breathtaking views, and piles of powder.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Nov. 2025
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His investing strategy has turned on an incessant search for value, with Berkshire Hathaway often sitting on giant piles of cash until just the right deal comes through.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Kyiv has persistently targeted various types of sites linked to Moscow's military industry, from fuel depots to refineries funding its war effort to chemical factories grinding out supplies for ammunition.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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The essentials – groceries and household supplies – remain the sole bright spots in consumer budgets.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Miyake stepped back from designing the main ISSEY MIYAKE collections in 1999 to focus on research, eventually establishing the Miyake Issey Foundation in 2004 to support next-generation creatives.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
11 Nov. 2025
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Since its release, it’s been added to the permanent collections of the Memorial Art Gallery, the National Museum of American Jewish History, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
11 Nov. 2025
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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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About 9,614 were in military stockpiles for potential use, including 3,912 that are currently deployed.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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D’Amato says the Greater Boston Food Bank, which distributes resources to pantries across Massachusetts, is continuously assessing its stockpiles and the needs of its partners amid this fraught time.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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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 16 Nov. 2025.
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