pullback

noun

pull·​back ˈpu̇l-ˌbak How to pronounce pullback (audio)
: 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
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Rising competition in the artificial intelligence server space could lead to a pullback in Super Micro Computer shares, according to Goldman Sachs. Sean Conlon, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2025 But a broad pullback in spending by major studios and a focus on cost-cutting and profitability for streaming platforms has impacted some speculative building of studio soundstage complexes. Erik Hayden, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Mar. 2025 The pullback on snacks comes as shoppers dial back on larger purchases, too, such as airline travel, major home renovation projects and clothing. Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 18 Mar. 2025 The pullbacks in nonessential areas like restaurants and airline travel signals consumers might be turning their concerns about the economy into tighter budgets. Austin Denean, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pullback

Word History

First Known Use

1668, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pullback was in 1668

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“Pullback.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pullback. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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