pull-back
Origin:
1585–95; noun use of verb phrase pull back
1585–95; noun use of verb phrase pull back
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| pullback | |
noun | |
| 1. | a device (as a decorative loop of cord or fabric) for holding or drawing something back; "the draperies were drawn to the sides by pullbacks" |
| 2. | (military) the act of pulling back (especially an orderly withdrawal of troops); "the pullback is expected to be over 25,000 troops" |
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Pull-back
is always a great word to know.
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