Backlog (Verb)
Meaning
Accumulate and create a backlog.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The continuous arrival of flights at the busy airport caused a massive air traffic backlog over the weekend.
- The understaffed customer service team struggled to manage the growing backlog of unresolved complaints.
- Heavy rainfall in the area caused a backlog of stormwater in the drainage system, resulting in severe flooding.
- The unexpected shutdown of the manufacturing line resulted in a significant production backlog.
- During peak holiday season, many orders begun to backlog in the shipping department due to inadequate staffing.