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backlash

[bak-lash] / ˈbækˌlæʃ /


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Some developers have paused plans or pulled out of projects amid the backlash.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

When the episode featuring Allahbadia triggered backlash, the reaction was swift.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The company has been “comfortable being misunderstood for long periods of time,” Jassy added, referencing the backlash Amazon received when it was first building out AWS over a decade ago.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Several major sponsors pulled out after a backlash over the rapper’s planned performance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Felix knew there would be a backlash tomorrow.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty




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