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backlog

[ bak-lawg, -log ]

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noun

a reserve or accumulation, as of stock, work, or business:
a backlog of business orders.
Synonyms: , , , , ,
a large log at the back of a hearth to keep up a fire. Compare forestick.

verb (used with object)

backlogged, backlogging.

to hold in reserve, as for future handling or repair.
to enter and acknowledge (an order) for future shipment.

verb (used without object)

backlogged, backlogging.

to accumulate in a backlog:
Orders are starting to backlog faster than we can process them.

backlog

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noun

an accumulation of uncompleted work, unsold stock, etc, to be dealt with
a large log at the back of a fireplace

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Word History and Origins

Origin of backlog¹

First recorded in 1675–85; back ¹ + log ¹

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"Supported housing plays an indispensable role in cutting NHS waiting list backlogs, and reducing pressure on social care, temporary accommodation, and other vital public services," the open letter says.

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The driving tests backlog has been largely building since the Covid pandemic and has been rising since Labour came to power.

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Michel, the gun group’s president, said state officials are focused on limiting gun rights when they should be finding solutions to unconstitutional permit backlogs and wait times.

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Heidi Alexander said the government would aim to clear the backlog by next summer, providing at least 10,000 extra driving tests a month to help tackle the issue.

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The council said that the backlog of waste should have been cleared by this weekend.

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