pullback

• Substantivo que designa um dispositivo para segurar ou puxar algo para trás, ou, no contexto militar, a retirada organizada de tropas. Em finanças, também pode indicar uma queda temporária nos preços ou na atividade econômica.

A noun referring to a device used for holding or drawing something back, or a military term for an orderly withdrawal of troops.

1. Decorative device for holding backB2formal

   A device, such as a decorative loop of cord or fabric, used to hold or draw something back, like curtains.

   Jabot para cortina

   • The curtains were tied with elegant pullbacks.
   • She installed brass pullbacks to keep the drapes open.
   • The pullbacks were made of silk and matched the room's decor.

   Sinônimostieback

2. Military withdrawalB2formal

   The act of pulling back, especially an orderly withdrawal of troops from a position or area.

   Retirada militar

   • The general ordered a strategic pullback to safer ground.
   • The pullback of forces was completed without casualties.
   • The pullback allowed the army to regroup and plan its next move.

   Sinônimosevacuationpulloutretirementretreatwithdrawal

   Antônimosadvanceassaultattackoffensive