bowing

Example Sentences

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Whether he was celebrating a goal with his shirt off or bowing down in Sujood - the Islamic act of prostration - there are images of Salah that will never be forgotten.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

That may explain why this creature of the theater who was so graceful leading an orchestra and so enjoyed talking to the audience turned stiff and awkward when bowing to acknowledged applause.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

"I assume full responsibility for this defeat," an ashen-faced Jospin announced, bowing out of politics to howls of dismay from supporters.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

As Anthropic was bowing out, the department signed deals with two of its biggest rivals, OpenAI and xAI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

“Thank you, honored ancestors,” I said, bowing low.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia