pullback
noun
pull·back
ˈpu̇l-ˌbak 
: a pulling back
especially
: an orderly withdrawal of troops from a position or area
Examples of pullback in a Sentence
a pullback in consumer spending
the pullback was necessary so that the commanders could reorganize their units and reassess the situation
Recent Examples on the Web
The entertainment industry is going through a content pullback, with scale top of mind for many in the business.
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Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
While investment in the podcast business experienced a recent pullback, the audience is growing.
—Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Kwon said BofA would suggest buying the dip on a pullback in stocks in this situation, especially if the Harris administration raises fiscal spending, which could be a growth catalyst for stocks.
—Brian Evans, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
The upshot is expected to be a notable pullback in job creation into next year to a pace that should help keep inflation contained while avoiding recession.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
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Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
While investment in the podcast business experienced a recent pullback, the audience is growing.
—Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Kwon said BofA would suggest buying the dip on a pullback in stocks in this situation, especially if the Harris administration raises fiscal spending, which could be a growth catalyst for stocks.
—Brian Evans, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
The upshot is expected to be a notable pullback in job creation into next year to a pace that should help keep inflation contained while avoiding recession.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for pullback
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“Pullback.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pullback. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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