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Idiom: On The Back Burner

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Not immediate; inactive; receiving or requiring less than full or regular attention.

Example: "That project is on the back burner until we deal with higher priorities."

Example Sentences

1
I have too many urgent tasks right now, so I'll have to put that project on the back burner.
2
The company decided to put their expansion plans on the back burner due to budget constraints.
3
She is passionate about learning to play the guitar, but it's currently on the back burner because of her busy schedule.
4
The research project has been put on the back burner until we secure more funding.
5
He always puts his personal goals on the back burner to prioritize his family's needs.

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