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
Blank sailings out on the trans-Pacific trade lane are expected to contribute to a near-term pullback in intermodal volumes at Canadian National Railway (CN).
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Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 5 May 2025
The financial technology company behind Cash App cited a pullback in consumer spending on travel and other discretionary items as a key reason for the results.
—Alex Veiga, Chicago Tribune, 2 May 2025
Iannone sounded a positive note over the potential impact of tariffs, at least on the collectibles segment, given trading cards are largely an internal U.S. market and tend to be less reactive to spending pullbacks by consumers compared to purchases of new items.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 1 May 2025
The aviation industry expects the exemption to help companies keep costs down during a sharp pullback in travel spending by consumers worried about slower economic growth and higher inflation.
—Rajesh Kumar Singh, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
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Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 5 May 2025
The financial technology company behind Cash App cited a pullback in consumer spending on travel and other discretionary items as a key reason for the results.
—Alex Veiga, Chicago Tribune, 2 May 2025
Iannone sounded a positive note over the potential impact of tariffs, at least on the collectibles segment, given trading cards are largely an internal U.S. market and tend to be less reactive to spending pullbacks by consumers compared to purchases of new items.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 1 May 2025
The aviation industry expects the exemption to help companies keep costs down during a sharp pullback in travel spending by consumers worried about slower economic growth and higher inflation.
—Rajesh Kumar Singh, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pullback
Noun
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Many sailors initially headed for Norway’s northern ports, which were close to an early counteroffensive brought to an end by the fall of France and the Allied withdrawal.—
Heather Farmbrough,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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The decision follows the withdrawal of Trump's initial pick, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, from Senate consideration.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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This four-bedroom, five-bed retreat is available on Airbnb and accommodates up to eight guests.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
11 May 2025
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Upstairs, the primary suite offers a roomy retreat, with a spa-like bath and walk-in closets that make everyday routines feel a touch more luxe.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Boston Herald,
11 May 2025
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“Pullback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pullback. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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