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Look up backlash in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Backlash may refer to: Backlash: The Undeclared War Against American Women, a 1991 book by Susan Faludi
Backlash
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
The 2026 Backlash, also promoted as Backlash: Tampa, was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by WWE. It was the
Backlash_(2026)
Clearance between mating components
In mechanical engineering, backlash, sometimes called lash, play, or slop, is a clearance or lost motion in a mechanism caused by gaps between the parts
Backlash_(engineering)
World Wrestling Entertainment pay-per-view event
The 2009 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). It was the 11th Backlash and took
Backlash_(2009)
Strong adverse reaction to an idea, action, or object
A backlash is a strong negative or hostile reaction to a particular idea, action, trend, or social change. It often arises when individuals or groups perceive
Backlash_(sociology)
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
The 2025 Backlash, also promoted as Backlash: St. Louis, was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by WWE. It was
Backlash_(2025)
Professional wrestling event series
WWE Backlash is a professional wrestling event that is produced by the American company WWE, the world's largest professional wrestling promotion. It is
WWE_Backlash
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
The 2024 Backlash, also promoted as Backlash France, was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by the American
Backlash_(2024)
World Wrestling Entertainment pay-per-view event
The 2004 Backlash was the sixth Backlash professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). It was held
Backlash_(2004)
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
The 2023 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by the American company WWE. It was the 18th annual
Backlash_(2023)
World Wrestling Entertainment pay-per-view event
The 2003 Backlash was the fifth Backlash professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). It was held
Backlash_(2003)
World Wrestling Entertainment pay-per-view event
2006 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). It was the eighth Backlash and took
Backlash_(2006)
Slur for robots and AI software
Criticism has also been directed at the technology itself. Some of the backlash stems from concerns about the resource consumption of AI systems, their
Clanker
World Wrestling Entertainment pay-per-view event
2005 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). It was the seventh Backlash and took
Backlash_(2005)
Political theory
White backlash, white rage, whitelash and white grievance are terms used by some scholars and commentators to describe reactions by certain white individuals
White_backlash
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
The 2016 Backlash was the 12th Backlash professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by WWE. It was held exclusively for
Backlash_(2016)
World Wrestling Federation pay-per-view event
The 2000 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE). It was the second edition
WWF_Backlash_(2000)
1991 book by Susan Faludi
Backlash: The Undeclared War Against American Women is a 1991 book by Susan Faludi, in which the author presents evidence demonstrating the existence of
Backlash: The Undeclared War Against American Women
Backlash:_The_Undeclared_War_Against_American_Women
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
The 2018 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by WWE. It was the 14th Backlash and took place on May
Backlash_(2018)
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
The 2020 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by WWE. It was the 15th Backlash and was held for wrestlers
Backlash_(2020)
World Wrestling Entertainment pay-per-view event
The 2008 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). It was the 10th Backlash and took
Backlash_(2008)
World Wrestling Entertainment pay-per-view event
2007 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). It was the ninth Backlash and took
Backlash_(2007)
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
WrestleMania Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by WWE. It was the 17th annual Backlash and took place
WrestleMania_Backlash_(2022)
World Wrestling Federation pay-per-view event
The 2001 Backlash was the third Backlash professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE). It
WWF_Backlash_(2001)
World Wrestling Federation pay-per-view event
The 1999 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by the World Wrestling Federation (WWF; WWE as of 2002). It was the inaugural
WWF_Backlash_(1999)
World Wrestling Federation pay-per-view event
The 2002 Backlash was the fourth Backlash professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE). It
WWF_Backlash_(2002)
Backlash and boycott due to LGBTQ+ merchandise
A backlash against Target occurred in the lead up to Pride Month in 2023 after the American retailer released its Pride month merchandise, sparking attacks
2023 Target Pride Month merchandise backlash
2023_Target_Pride_Month_merchandise_backlash
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
The 2017 Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by WWE. It was the 13th Backlash and took place on May
Backlash_(2017)
WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
WrestleMania Backlash was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) and livestreaming event produced by WWE. It was the 16th Backlash and took place
WrestleMania_Backlash_(2021)
Music genre and subculture
genres electroclash and French house. In the 1990s, after a decade of backlash, disco and its legacy became more accepted by pop music artists and listeners
Disco
Political backlash against LGBTQ people
2020s anti-LGBTQ movement in the United States is an ongoing political backlash from social conservatives and the "MAGA" faction of the Republican Party
2020s anti-LGBTQ movement in the United States
2020s_anti-LGBTQ_movement_in_the_United_States
UK group opposing the 2008 law criminalising possession of "extreme pornography"
Backlash is an umbrella group formed in 2005 to coordinate opposition to the "Consultation on the possession of extreme pornographic material" issued in
Backlash_(pressure_group)
2003 backlash against band
Dixie Chicks, publicly criticized President George W. Bush, triggering a backlash. At a concert in London during their Top of the World Tour, the lead singer
Dixie Chicks comments on George W. Bush
Dixie_Chicks_comments_on_George_W._Bush
Australian drama directed by Bill Bennett
Backlash is a 1986 Australian film directed by Bill Bennett. Police officers Trevor Darling (David Argue) and Nikki Iceton (Gia Carides) escort a young
Backlash_(1986_film)
1996 American film
Oblivion 2: Backlash (also released as Backlash: Oblivion 2) is a 1996 American direct-to-video space Western film directed by Sam Irvin, written by Peter
Oblivion_2:_Backlash
American conservative-led boycott
video on her Instagram account during March Madness. The video triggered a backlash from American conservatives, including singer Kid Rock, who helped instigate
Bud_Light_boycott
American film noir starring Jean Rogers
Backlash is a 1947 American crime film noir directed by Eugene Forde. The drama features Jean Rogers, Richard Travis, Larry Blake, John Eldredge and Leonard
Backlash_(1947_film)
Businessman and public official (born 1971)
service. His role in the second Trump administration attracted public backlash, particularly in response to DOGE and its cuts to the US Agency for International
Elon_Musk
Comic book character
Backlash is a comic book character from the Wildstorm Universe who first appeared in StormWatch #3 in 1993. He was featured in his own comic book series
Backlash_(Marc_Slayton)
1979 Chicago baseball promotion and riot
films such as Saturday Night Fever (1977). However, disco sparked a major backlash from rock music fans—an opposition prominent enough that the White Sox
Disco_Demolition_Night
Canadian narrative development and consultation studio
their narrative compelled viewers and readers; YouTube videos about the backlash collectively received millions of views. Belair responded that Sweet Baby's
Sweet_Baby_Inc.
Race and society in the U.S.
aspects. Backlash is a term used to describe the phenomenon of resistance to, or counter-movements against, movements of equality. Backlash can come in
Color Blindness, Whiteness, and Backlash
Color_Blindness,_Whiteness,_and_Backlash
American Western starring Richard Widmark
Backlash is a 1956 American Western film directed by John Sturges and starring Richard Widmark, Donna Reed and William Campbell. It was produced and distributed
Backlash_(1956_film)
1967 studio album by Freddie Hubbard
Backlash is a 1967 album by trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, his first released on the Atlantic label. It features performances by Hubbard, James Spaulding,
Backlash (Freddie Hubbard album)
Backlash_(Freddie_Hubbard_album)
Backlash against green politics
Greenlash (a portmanteau of "green" and "backlash") is a political term used to describe a backlash against the environmental movement and green politics
Greenlash
1991 studio album by Bad English
Backlash is the second and final studio album by British/American rock band Bad English, released in 1991. The album peaked at No. 72 on the Billboard
Backlash_(Bad_English_album)
AI-generated character
The Lead" featuring Norwood was released on YouTube. It addressed the backlash of Norwood's creation by opening with the lyrics: "When they talk about
Tilly_Norwood
2007 studio album by Jetplane Landing
Backlash Cop is the third studio album by the Northern Irish band Jetplane Landing, released on 18 June 2007. Ben Marwood of Drowned in Sound awarded it
Backlash_Cop
1982 studio album by Michael Jackson
budget of $750,000 (equivalent to $2,502,155 in 2025). With the ongoing backlash against disco music, Jackson transitioned his sound, with Thriller featuring
Thriller_(album)
American rock band
the US with Whitesnake in support of the album. The band's second album, Backlash, came and went without any fanfare. The only single, "Straight to Your
Bad_English
American robot combat television series
Hazard Deadblow Super Orbiting Force, Pressure Drop Lightweight (58 lb) 24 Backlash Alpha Raptor Das Bot, Mouser Mecha Catbot 2.0 2000–2001 Superheavyweight
BattleBots
English pornographic film actress (born 1999)
former, she appeared on The Kyle and Jackie O Show, where she attracted backlash after claiming that unsatisfied men had the right to cheat on their partners
Bonnie_Blue
2025 South Korean television series
opinions." Although Tempest is officially unavailable in China, it sparked backlash among Chinese social media users, fueled by the circulation of decontextualized
Tempest_(TV_series)
Behind the Backlash: Muslim Americans after 9/11 is the work of professor Lori Peek published by Temple University Press in 2011. This work addresses the
Behind_the_Backlash
2009 video game
including the PlayStation 2 game Darling Special Backlash Koi no Exhaust Heat (Darling Special Backlash 恋のエキゾースト・ヒート), sequel to the PC game Darling. Its
Signal_(video_game)
American actor and wrestler (born 1972)
The Rock then lost the title rematch against Stone Cold Steve Austin at Backlash: In Your House on April 25. The next night on Raw is War, The Rock was
Dwayne_Johnson
2025 American political controversy
praised the way that the group managed the controversy and spoke against the backlash, also claiming that in many cases in the entertainment world the information
Grupo Frontera political controversy
Grupo_Frontera_political_controversy
2003 World Wrestling Entertainment pay-per-view event
rejected a week earlier, meaning the two would wrestle each other at Backlash. At Backlash, Goldberg successfully pinned The Rock. After the match, once the
WrestleMania_XIX
American rock band
Inevitable Backlash is a rock band based in Los Angeles, California. The band released their debut in March 2007. The Inevitable Backlash's lineup has
The_Inevitable_Backlash
Social media platform owned by Meta
frank and open dialogue and brainstorming internally." In the wake of the backlash, Meta announced it had "paused" development of Instagram Kids. The company
2022 NFT plagiarism controversy
partnership with Voiceverse on January 14, 2022, triggering immediate backlash over concerns about the environmental impact of NFTs, potential for fraud
Voiceverse NFT plagiarism scandal
Voiceverse_NFT_plagiarism_scandal
Series of Star Wars novels by various authors
reached #7 on the New York Times Best Seller list on September 6, 2009. Backlash was written by Aaron Allston and was originally scheduled for release on
Fate_of_the_Jedi
Use of knowledge for practical goals
Technology's central role in our lives has drawn concerns and backlash. The backlash against technology is not a uniform movement and encompasses many
Technology
Indian stand-up comedian
after backlash for ₹370-biryani remark on show". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 2026-06-09. "Pranit More deactivates Instagram following backlash over 'Rs
Pranit_More
Turkish absolute nullity crisis
international backlash". Stockholm Center for Freedom. 2026-05-22. Retrieved 2026-05-27. "Turkish court's removal of CHP leadership draws international backlash".
Republican People's Party absolute nullity crisis
Republican_People's_Party_absolute_nullity_crisis
2022 Canadian film
Backlash: Misogyny in the Digital Age (French: Je vous salue salope : la mysogynie au temps du numérique) is a Canadian documentary feature film by Léa
Backlash: Misogyny in the Digital Age
Backlash:_Misogyny_in_the_Digital_Age
Wearable AI chatbot
released its first product in October 2023. Friend received significant backlash following a marketing campaign in 2025 that featured 11,000 advertisements
Friend_(product)
Former American DJ (born 1950)
"The Greaseman". A shock jock, on multiple occasions he drew substantial backlash for making racist jokes on the air. Tracht was born on August 1, 1950,
Doug_Tracht
2024 Pakistani TV series or programme
backlash". Brecorder. Retrieved 18 September 2024. ProximateSolutions.com, Design and Code by; Alex, Daniel (12 August 2024). "The Barzakh Backlash and
Barzakh_(TV_series)
Band of input values yielding zero output
backlash and hence a deadband, which must be taken into account when making position adjustments, especially with CNC systems. If mechanical backlash
Deadband
The resulting video of the inclusion of Patel and the phone call sparked backlash for its sexist nature and potentially diminishing the US women's achievement
Ice hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics – Men's tournament
Ice_hockey_at_the_2026_Winter_Olympics_–_Men's_tournament
2023 Indian film by Nitesh Tiwari
received mixed reviews from critics, with backlash mostly owing to Holocaust trivialization. Despite the backlash, the film earned multiple nominations,
Bawaal
2009 studio album by The Inevitable Backlash
band The Inevitable Backlash that was released in 2009. All tracks are written by Yo Momma. My Two Brookes by The Inevitable Backlash on Apple Music, 2009-03-03
My_Two_Brooks
Rockford returned to the air in a series of eight TV movies on CBS. "Backlash of the Hunter", starring James Garner (as Jim Rockford), Joe Santos (as
List of The Rockford Files episodes
List_of_The_Rockford_Files_episodes
American comedian and actor (born 1987)
the subject of controversy and was fired after five days at SNL due to backlash over a 2018 clip from his podcast in which derogatory language, such as
Shane_Gillis
2026 American psychological thriller film
(2025-11-14). "Actress Dasha Nekrasova Fired By Gersh, Dropped From Movie Amid Backlash Over Podcast Interview With Far-Right Political Commentator Nick Fuentes"
Iconoclast_(2026_film)
American family YouTubers and influencers
and their 2022 anti-abortion documentary Abortion in 2022, which sparked backlash online for its comparisons of abortion in the United States to the Holocaust
LaBrant_family
American politician (born 1994)
"Texas GOP lawmaker claims Dallas malls feel 'like Pakistan,' igniting backlash". Chron. Retrieved February 16, 2026. Choi, Matthew (December 15, 2025)
Brandon_Gill
Ideology opposing feminism
2021. Retrieved 30 September 2006. Faludi, Susan (2010). "Backlashes then and now". Backlash: the undeclared war against women. London: Vintage. p. 69
Antifeminism
Artist
Booth is an American comic book artist. He is best known for his work on Backlash, a character he co-created with Jim Lee at the Wildstorm Studios. Following
Brett_Booth
2025 internet controversy
quickly gained traction, with the Roblox community voicing significant backlash to Schlep's ban and accusing Roblox of not caring about child safety. Shortly
Roblox–Schlep_controversy
2026 video game
that described it as a "multiplayer live-service game", creating fan backlash that prompted the developers to clarify that it would have "no season passes
Subnautica_2
Musical artist
and creative presence contributed to the channel's appeal. Hoffman faced backlash over their nonbinary identity. Some parents expressed concerns, claiming
Jules_Hoffman
American comedian and podcast host (born 1984)
McCausland, Phil; Hayes, Christal (October 29, 2024). "Tony Hinchcliffe: Backlash after comedian at Trump rally calls Puerto Rico 'island of garbage'". BBC
Tony_Hinchcliffe
Wearable technology company
investors included Abbott and Mayo Clinic. In May 2025, WHOOP faced public backlash following the launch of its WHOOP 5.0 and WHOOP MG (Medical Grade) devices
Whoop_(company)
2026 Indian film by Prem
version of the song, starred Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt. The song faced backlash, while online users expressed their ire towards the lyrics, labeling them
KD:_The_Devil
1987 studio album by Michael Jackson
new public image, particularly his altered facial appearance, generated backlash and a decline in popularity in the US. The Bad tour, Jackson's first solo
Bad_(album)
American actress (born 1984)
was meant to hold the memories of a Japanese woman. Responding to the backlash, the actress asserted she would never play a non-white character, but wanted
Scarlett_Johansson
2026 American documentary television series
popular series streaming on Netflix. The release of the documentary sparked backlash targeted at Banks. Several former judges and contestants spoke out in her
Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model
Reality_Check:_Inside_America's_Next_Top_Model
Indian Hindu spiritual leader and religious storyteller (born 1989)
following backlash over his remark that "unmarried women have loose character." In September 2024, he issued an apology following backlash over a statement
Aniruddhacharya
American professional wrestler (born 1985)
after spearing Lesnar through the cage wall. After defeating Samoa Joe at Backlash on May 6 and Jinder Mahal at Money in the Bank on June 17, Reigns entered
Roman_Reigns
Multi-purpose indoor arena in Lyon, France
SmackDown on 3 May 2024, followed by the pay-per-view and livestreaming event, Backlash France, a day later, which was broadcast live worldwide. This was the first
LDLC_Arena
German pop duo
confirmed that their vocals were provided by other singers, leading to a backlash. Their music was pulled from radio rotation, their Grammy was revoked,
Milli_Vanilli
2012 film by Christopher Nolan
conservative backlash, we are now seeing two blockbuster, genre-shaping products not-so-subtly reflect the Tea Party's rhetorical backlash to the powerful
The_Dark_Knight_Rises
Immigration to mainly European-descent countries
countries is also notable, though sometimes limited by cultural differences. Backlash to immigration has impacted Western politics significantly; for example
Immigration to the Western world
Immigration_to_the_Western_world
Keystone Pipeline. In addition to policy-based protests, significant racial backlash and hate crime incidents were documented following his election as the
Protests_against_Barack_Obama
American singer (born 1969)
Rolling Stone. Goldsztajn, Iris (January 12, 2023). "Gwen Stefani Received Backlash for Saying She's Japanese When Challenged on Her "Harajuku" Era". Marie
Gwen_Stefani
Indian podcaster (born 1994)
questions about authenticity and editorial practices. In 2025, Shamani faced backlash after hosting self proclaimed forex trader Umar Punjabi on his podcast
Raj_Shamani
Indian entrepreneur (born 1985)
₹7,200 crores with strong investor demand. In April 2026, Bansal faced backlash over a Lenskart grooming policy that restricted Hindu religious symbols
Peyush_Bansal
American feminist author and journalist
University. Susan Faludi's 1991 book Backlash: The Undeclared War Against American Women argues that the 1980s saw a backlash against feminism, especially due
Susan_Faludi
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Noble; bright.
Biblical
an idol of the dwelling-place
Boy/Male
Hindu
King
Female
English
Variant spelling of English Amy, AIMEY means "much loved."
Surname or Lastname
English
English : of uncertain origin. It may be an occupational nickname for a miller, from the Middle English abstract noun grist ‘grinding’, Old English grist, a derivative of grindan (see Grinder). The word was not used in the concrete sense of grain to be ground until the 15th century.
Boy/Male
Hindu
A name of Lord Vishnu
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n.
The distance through which one part of connected machinery, as a wheel, piston, or screw, can be moved without moving the connected parts, resulting from looseness in fitting or from wear; also, the jarring or reflex motion caused in badly fitting machinery by irregularities in velocity or a reverse of motion.