back burner
Example Sentences
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The film tries to make a tongue-in-cheek commentary about how the “Scream” reboot pushed Neve Campbell to the back burner and focused on a new group of teenagers.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
In the near-term for investors, the summit could keep concerns about U.S.-China on the back burner since both leaders are focused on stability.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
Right now, with all the discussion about the new rules, and the more entertaining racing this year, this particular topic is on the back burner.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
It is possible that Jenner hasn’t given much thought to the currently listed home, putting it on the back burner.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 17, 2026
Another oddity was my discovery, one afternoon, of a large copper pot bubbling on the back burner of the stove, a peculiar smell emanating from it.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
