noun
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
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a pullback of troops from the occupied territories
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The recession has led to a pullback in consumer spending.
EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS
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Anger rises, and the signs of a reactionary pullback from egalitarian ideals are in the air.
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During an economic pullback with more people job hunting, a resume monsoon swamps recruiting offices.
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Fox has ordered an army pullback in Chiapas, which his aides say occurred in 50 places.
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He had never thoroughly discussed a Hebron pullback with his assembled Cabinet.
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Prime Minister Meles Zenawi says he has made his point and has given the orders for a partial pullback .