pullout
Americannoun
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an act or instance of pulling out; removal.
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a withdrawal, as of troops or funds; pullback.
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a maneuver by which an aircraft levels into horizontal flight after a dive.
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a section of a newspaper or magazine that is complete in itself and may be removed and retained.
a 24-page pullout of barbecue recipes.
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an area at the side of a road where drivers may pull off for emergencies, to rest or view the scenery, etc.; pull-off.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of pullout
First recorded in 1815–25; noun, adj. use of verb phrase pull out
Example Sentences
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Despite this, the impact of a U.S. pullout would be “mainly relevant locally but negligible at the national level,” said Moritz Schularick, president of the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, a think tank.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
Pakistan's pullout will result in a loss of millions of dollars in revenue for broadcasters, and will be a huge letdown for fans on both sides.
From Barron's ● Feb. 5, 2026
The rebel group which last week seized the Democratic Republic of Congo city of Uvira say they have begun withdrawing, promising to complete the pullout on Thursday, following pressure from the US.
From BBC ● Dec. 18, 2025
All of his advisers had argued against the pullout, which may explain his reconsideration, but also may not—he never discussed the change with anyone.
From Slate ● Dec. 29, 2024
Sean, lying next to me, had apparently rolled to the floor from the pullout bed.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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