backup
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But if you’re not feeling patriotic—or feel like you might just need a backup for Team USA on the off-chance they don’t go all the way, here’s our guide to sifting through the field.
From The Wall Street Journal • 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
The girls stand behind me protectively, like backup dancers.
From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio
Vocabulary lists containing backup
Computer Science and Technology - Introductory
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Computer Science and Technology - High School
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