In some cultures it is polite to greet people with a 'bow', while in others a handshake is preferred.
He knew he would not win the election, so he decided to 'bow out' of the presidential race.
The government is refusing to 'bow down to' [='give in to'] pressure to lift the sanctions.
(..) come from the north, "and a great nation, and many Kings "shall be raised up from the coasts of the earth. "They shall hold the bow and the Lance, "they are cruel, and will not show mercy..." Not such a great army, after all, my Lord Bishop. What do you think, your grace? (..)2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: Revenge Season: 4 Episode 18