1. The act of removing or ceasing to provide support, endorsement, or financial assistance to a person, organization, or project
The withdrawal of backing from the major sponsor forced the festival to reduce its budget significantly.
A retirada de apoio do principal patrocinador forçou o festival a reduzir significativamente seu orçamento.
2. In political or business contexts, the cessation of support from an ally or partner
The withdrawal of backing by key allies weakened the candidate's campaign.
A retirada de apoio dos principais aliados enfraqueceu a campanha do candidato.