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
Ackman said the recent pullback in Microsoft shares, which are still down nearly 12% in 2026, was a rare opportunity to buy at a reasonable valuation.
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Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Some of it could be a recalibration after a recent pullback.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 14 May 2026
The Palestinian militant group has sought to link any demilitarization to Israeli troop pullbacks.
—Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 13 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
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Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Some of it could be a recalibration after a recent pullback.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 14 May 2026
The Palestinian militant group has sought to link any demilitarization to Israeli troop pullbacks.
—Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 13 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pullback
Noun
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With McCaughey’s withdrawal, the delegates then endorsed Fazio unanimously in a voice vote.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2026
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The insula, in particular, organizes and coordinates the withdrawal response, facial expression and visceral sensations that together constitute a full disgust reaction.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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The backstory Built in 1710, the Stockton Inn has served as a private residence, a Prohibition-era speakeasy, and a riverside retreat for famous artists, musicians, and authors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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Burnout, grief, trauma, addiction and mental health challenges are pushing more Americans to look beyond traditional outpatient care — and recovery retreats are stepping into that gap.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
20 May 2026
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“Pullback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pullback. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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