PULL-BACK Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

pullback

noun

ˈpu̇l-ˌbak

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 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 The discount’s pullback has also pushed the yield up to that sweet 12%. —

Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026 Those pullbacks, in turn, prompted legislation in several states, including Minnesota, to stop drug manufacturers from restricting their 340B discounts. —

Dené K. Dryden, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026 Tax cuts are providing a tailwind for consumer spending and business investment, but a pullback in household demand or sustained rise in input costs may prompt companies to recalibrate by shedding hours or positions. —

Bloomberg, Mercury News, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for pullback

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Noun

For example, stopping antidepressants or anxiety medication can lead to severe worsening of the condition or potentially dangerous withdrawals.

— Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Generally, earnings can be withdrawn after age 59½ without taxes or penalties — and there are certain exceptions to the 10% penalty on earnings withdrawals before that age.

— Jessica Dickler,Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 5 June 2026