This is the 7942nd most frequent Japanese word.
売れ残り
Unsold goods or leftovers.
In this sentence, '売れ残り' refers to unsold items in a store or warehouse that are affecting logistics due to excess presence.
売れ残りの商品が置き場を占領しています。
Unsold items are taking up storage space.
This sentence exemplifies the practical implications of dealing with '売れ残り', representing tangible items that were not purchased and need solutions for disposal or sale.
これらの売れ残りをどのように処分する予定ですか？
How do you intend to handle these unsold goods?
Here, '売れ残り' is a metaphorical description, suggesting the author's works did not find audience or market success, making them 'unsold' in a figurative manner.