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pullback

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Synonyms of pullback Antonyms of pullback Examples of pullback Usage of pullback Parts of pullback Definition that contains pullback Words sounding like pullback Explanation of pullback

noun
a device (as a decorative loop of cord or fabric) for holding or drawing something back
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"the draperies were drawn to the sides by pullbacks"

Similar:

tieback

type of:
holding device
noun
(military) the act of pulling back (especially an orderly withdrawal of troops)
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"the pullback is expected to be over 25,000 troops"

type of:
withdrawal

Examples of pullback

"the draperies were drawn to the sides by pullbacks"
"the pullback is expected to be over 25,000 troops"