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BACKLISTS

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Backlists.

Backlists - as a verb

To hold back a student's application (to a college etc.) based on whether a preferred candidate declines their offer.

Example: "I have not heard back from the college yet: i must have been backlisted."

To place (a book) on a backlist.

Example Sentences

"Publishers often rely on their backlists to maintain a steady revenue stream."
"The bookstore has a large collection of backlists from various authors."
"Authors can benefit from the increased exposure of their backlists."
"The publisher decided to promote some titles from their backlists."
"The bookstore is known for its extensive backlists."
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Word Game Points

Is BACKLISTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backlists is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BACKLISTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is BACKLISTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backlists is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BACKLISTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is BACKLISTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backlists is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BACKLISTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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