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pull back Meaning

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pull back (v)

pull back or move away or backward

use a surgical instrument to hold open (the edges of a wound or an organ)

move to a rearward position; pull towards the back

stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow)

make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity

pull back Sentence Examples

  1. The soldier received orders to pull back from the front lines due to the advancing enemy forces.
  2. She decided to pull back from the intense project temporarily to focus on her personal well-being.
  3. The company had to pull back on its expansion plans due to unforeseen financial challenges.
  4. Sensing danger, the driver quickly tried to pull back from the oncoming vehicle.
  5. The government was forced to pull back on its proposed legislation after facing widespread opposition from the public.
  6. The coach instructed the team to pull back and defend their lead against the aggressive opponents.
  7. He realized he needed to pull back from his micromanaging tendencies and trust his team to do their jobs effectively.
  8. The artist decided to pull back on the intricate details of the painting to achieve a more minimalist style.
  9. After receiving criticism for his comments, he chose to pull back and reassess his approach to the situation.
  10. The company's stock prices plummeted, leading investors to pull back from their investments in the company.

FAQs About the word pull back

pull back or move away or backward, use a surgical instrument to hold open (the edges of a wound or an organ), move to a rearward position; pull towards the bac

withdrawal, retreat, recession,retirement, pullout, rout, revulsion,recoil, disengagement

advance,advance,advancement, advancement,

The soldier received orders to pull back from the front lines due to the advancing enemy forces.

She decided to pull back from the intense project temporarily to focus on her personal well-being.

The company had to pull back on its expansion plans due to unforeseen financial challenges.

Sensing danger, the driver quickly tried to pull back from the oncoming vehicle.