backup
Example Sentences
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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
Dalton Rushing is scheduled to catch all three games in Pittsburgh, Roberts said, but the Dodgers will likely add a backup to the roster on Thursday.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Bob Heintz will serve as a backup crew member.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
AI chip design companies, including Google and Nvidia, are using Intel as a backup manufacturer for advanced processors, a report says.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
I’m going to need a boyfriend going in, to give me some stability, a little bit of backup, you know?
From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini
Vocabulary lists containing backup
Computer Science and Technology - Introductory
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