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backup

[bak-uhp] / ˈbækˌʌp /


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Traffic was blocked off north of 4th Street just before 9 a.m., causing a massive backup of traffic.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

They can be used as backup power, or temporary power solutions as data centers wait to be connected to the larger electrical grid.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

But if you’re not feeling patriotic—or feel like you might just need a backup for Team USA on the off-chance they don’t go all the way, here’s our guide to sifting through the field.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Bob Heintz will serve as a backup crew member.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

I bend over and reach into the bushes to get it, and when I stand backup, I lock eyes with her again.

From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt




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