Waiting in lines has become a pastime—or at least content fodder—for Gen Z.
From brand pop-ups to viral food spots to product drops, young consumers are lining up, sometimes for hours, to be a part of something.
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Sample stories from November 5, 2026.
From brand pop-ups to viral food spots to product drops, young consumers are lining up, sometimes for hours, to be a part of something.
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