as in withdrawal
an act of moving away especially from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable
the pullback was necessary so that the commanders could reorganize their units and reassess the situation
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Recent Examples of pullback
As the war with Iran sends gas above $4 a gallon, Americans keep spending but quietly recalibrate budgets, with lower-income shoppers cutting back and economists bracing for a broader pullback once tax refunds fade.
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Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
The economic strain is triggering a broader pullback in consumer spending and retail traffic.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Still, signs of a pullback are scant: A major US law firm set aside $500 million to create a proprietary AI platform.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 28 May 2026
Shares have dived more than 30% since the beginning of the year as the company struggles with tariffs, consumer pullback from discretionary spending and mounting competition.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 27 May 2026
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Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
The economic strain is triggering a broader pullback in consumer spending and retail traffic.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Still, signs of a pullback are scant: A major US law firm set aside $500 million to create a proprietary AI platform.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 28 May 2026
Shares have dived more than 30% since the beginning of the year as the company struggles with tariffs, consumer pullback from discretionary spending and mounting competition.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pullback
Noun
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Reynoso said suspicious bank activity and withdrawals were made to their accounts.—
Charlie De Mar,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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Any changes result in the early withdrawal penalty applied retroactively to the very first payment.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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His home is — was — more than three blocks from the wide creek that runs along the backside of this seaside summer retreat near Savannah.—
Adam Van Brimmer,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
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Turn your balcony into a stylish outdoor retreat with smart layout ideas, furniture picks, and plant recommendations that make the most of every square foot.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
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“Pullback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pullback. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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