1. to exit or leave a situation, competition, or position in a dignified and composed manner without making excuses or causing conflict
After losing the election, the candidate decided to withdraw gracefully and congratulate the winner.
Depois de perder a eleição, o candidato decidiu retirar-se com dignidade e felicitar o vencedor.
2. to accept defeat or rejection with composure and good manners
She withdrew gracefully from the competition when it became clear she couldn't win.
Ela se retirou com elegância da competição quando ficou claro que não poderia ganhar.