takeback

American  

[teyk-bak] / ˈteɪkˌbæk /

noun

1. something taken back or withdrawn, especially an employee benefit previously gained in a union contract; takeaway.

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adjective

1. of or relating to what is taken back.

   a takeback agreement.

Etymology

Origin of takeback

Noun use of verb phrase take back

Example Sentences

Lengthening her takeback, having gone to a shorter swing in the summer, has brought more rhythm, consistency and power.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2024

In some cases it has produced results: For instance, Connecticut's mattress recycling rate rose from 8.7% to 63.5% after the state instituted a takeback law funded by fees paid at the point of sale.

From Salon • Sep. 12, 2021

ERI partners with retailers such as Best Buy and Staples on their takeback programs, as well as local government e-waste collection programs in major municipalities, including New York City and Los Angeles.

From Washington Post • May 18, 2021

At least that hurried takeback prepared the academy for what was to come after the selection of Kevin Hart as Oscar host.

From New York Times • Dec. 7, 2018

Whether the unusual takeback from his compensation will be enough to save Stumpf’s job is hard to say.

From Time • Sep. 29, 2016