This is the 13772nd most frequent German word.
entzog
"Entzog" means "withdrew" or "removed" in English.
Here, 'entzog' is used to describe the act of avoiding or withdrawing from a situation.
Er entzog sich den kritischen Fragen seiner Kollegen.
He withdrew himself from the critical questions of his colleagues.
In this context, 'entzog' refers to the action of revoking or taking something away, specifically support.
Die Regierung entzog ihm die Unterstützung.
The government withdrew its support from him.
This example demonstrates 'entzog' as the act of taking away an object from someone.