Often used to describe companies in financial difficulty scaling back operations.

Business Troubles

Retrenching can be strategic, allowing for refocusing rather than only signifying loss.

Not Always Negative

Retrench doesn't only apply to staff cuts; it can be about any resource or expense.

Used to describe strategic military movements to stronger defense positions.

Suggests being forced to withdraw due to external factors or threats.

Can imply moving to a place or state of greater security or safety.

Specific to horticulture, involving moving plants to optimize growth.

It's proactive, aiming to improve health or appearance of the garden.