back burner

Example Sentences

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But Epstein talk has definitely been on the back burner in recent weeks, with the war in Iran especially taking precedence.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

Investors, soothed by a lowering of tensions between the U.S. and China, have put trade worries on the back burner.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

I also have a couple songs on the back burner that didn’t make the album that I really really still want to put out.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 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

Guilt, like pudding, began bubbling on the back burner.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman