This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 21, 2026 (39 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ _ _ G
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About the answer
BACKLOG as a word: An accumulation or buildup, especially of unfilled orders, unconsumed products or unfinished work; A reserve source or supply.
BACKLOG has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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