Pullback (noun)

1. A retreat or withdrawal of troops from a position or area.
2. A reduction in the level or amount of something, such as production or spending.

Origin:

From pull + back, meaning to draw or move something back.

Examples:

1. The general ordered a pullback of troops to regroup and re-strategize.
2. The company announced a pullback in spending due to the economic downturn.