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retrench

[ri-trench] / rɪˈtrɛntʃ /




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“Employed and driving increasingly fuel-efficient cars, consumers didn’t retrench much in the face of last quarter’s inflation and high gas prices.”

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

He added that, unlike in 2010, Democrats likely won’t be able to retrench themselves following big wins, because 2026 does not precede a redistricting year.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

At the time, Iger said Disney had been pumping out too many shows and movies to compete with Netflix and needed to retrench.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

CVS Chief Executive David Joyner said in an interview that the Oak Street business needs to retrench, after coming under pressure from higher medical costs and regulatory changes in the Medicare business.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 29, 2025

To remit or retrench a part; Ð with of.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah




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