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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pullback

/ˈpʊlbæk/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does pullback mean?

noun, verb

A pullback is a movement in a financial market where the price of a security falls, often due to a decrease in demand. It can also refer to a sudden or abrupt movement, such as a pullback in a physical object.

Example

"The stock market experienced a significant pullback after the company's earnings report was released."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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