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Recent Examples of queues
Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 9 June 2026
That relief becomes tangible if a traveler hears about a delay early enough to rebook a connection or reroute ground transport before queues swell.
—Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Miami Herald, 9 June 2026
This layout makes the monitor a natural fit for high-traffic environments like banking counters, medical reception desks, and service queues where traditional screen-sharing is often clumsy or compromises privacy.
—New Atlas, 8 June 2026
Either way, fans with the privilege of attending MSG for Game 3 at the astronomical get-in prices will need to prepare for long queues and be ready to be thoroughly checked before watching Jalen Brunson and the Knicks go up against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs once more.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
Videos of climbers waiting in long queues in an area known as the death zone – where the air is too thin to breathe unaided for long – on their way to the summit have once again made headlines, alongside record-breaking ascents from both Nepali and foreign climbers.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Deadline reported that some AMC customers experienced wait times of up to an hour before the queues shortened later in the day.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
The sight of early morning queues outside pubs near the Emirates has become the norm since Arsenal won the title.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Skipping immigration queues and having someone guide you through unfamiliar terminals can make a noticeable difference, particularly in major hubs where congestion is common.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026
Noun
When a seller prices tickets below what the market would bear, the surplus doesn’t disappear, but rather, moves into queues, bots, and resale platforms.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 9 June 2026
That relief becomes tangible if a traveler hears about a delay early enough to rebook a connection or reroute ground transport before queues swell.
—Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Miami Herald, 9 June 2026
This layout makes the monitor a natural fit for high-traffic environments like banking counters, medical reception desks, and service queues where traditional screen-sharing is often clumsy or compromises privacy.
—New Atlas, 8 June 2026
Either way, fans with the privilege of attending MSG for Game 3 at the astronomical get-in prices will need to prepare for long queues and be ready to be thoroughly checked before watching Jalen Brunson and the Knicks go up against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs once more.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
Videos of climbers waiting in long queues in an area known as the death zone – where the air is too thin to breathe unaided for long – on their way to the summit have once again made headlines, alongside record-breaking ascents from both Nepali and foreign climbers.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Deadline reported that some AMC customers experienced wait times of up to an hour before the queues shortened later in the day.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
The sight of early morning queues outside pubs near the Emirates has become the norm since Arsenal won the title.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Skipping immigration queues and having someone guide you through unfamiliar terminals can make a noticeable difference, particularly in major hubs where congestion is common.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for queues
Noun
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Shamea arrives enthusiastically, holding her script and reading her lines.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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Tootsie Tomanetz Pitmasters tend the flames of Texas barbecue with heart, soul, and a whole lot of dedication—and the smoky, juicy meat, like that of Tootsie Tomanetz at Snow’s BBQ, draws diners across state lines.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Noun
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Another standout is the indoor pool, where angular columns and hexagonal floor tiles lend a sculptural quality to the space, which also incorporates a spa and massage suite.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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For the full royal treatment, book the seven-bedroom Royal Suite overlooking the Buckingham Palace Gardens or the 3,907-square-foot Presidential Suite, styled like a 19th-century mansion with marble columns, elaborate bas-reliefs, and space for up to 14 guests.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
Noun
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From what archaeologists gathered, the Roman villa garden featured a flowerbed enclosed in a courtyard with rows of packed ceramic pots, as per Ancient Origins.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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At the waist, the rich fabric gathered to form rows of fine ruching that highlighted the intentional divide between the bodice and the skirt.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
Noun
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While the Doral incinerator used to burn about half of the county’s daily trash supply, Miami-Dade is now using trucks and trains to send its garbage to landfills across Florida.—
Douglas Hanks
June 11,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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In fact, New York has run such OPTO trains before and did not record any increase in safety incidents or hazards.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Of course, most people start with 6-strings, isn't that right?—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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Of course, this comes with strings attached.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
12 June 2026
Noun
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HIs relationship with Epstein faced a new wave of scrutiny earlier this year when the Department of Justice's release of Epstein files included correspondence between the two men, as well as cryptic notes drafted by Epstein that hinted at Gates' extramarital affairs.—
Lauren Peller,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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As part of the investigation, the committee has released multiple batches of documents related to the files, many of which were obtained from the committee’s subpoena to Epstein’s estate.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
10 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Queues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/queues. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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