Definition of retrenchment
: reduction, curtailment; specifically : a cutting of expenses
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Donald Trump, despite his differences with Obama, is poised to continue the U.S. retrenchment.
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However, for what was once the world’s largest and most profitable corporation, this is still major retrenchment.
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But the company hasn't exactly gone into retrenchment mode.
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Circa 1600
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circa 1600
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