bowing

Example Sentences

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Bowing to the volatile army, in October 1941 Emperor Hirohito appointed Tojo prime minister, in addition to the posts of army minister and home minister.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Bowing partially to critics who say the law is unconstitutional, Duda said he was also sending it to the Constitutional Tribunal to review the bill for conformity with the supreme law.

From Washington Times • May 30, 2023

Bowing to pressure, first lady Frances Cleveland had “Love and Life” sent to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, where it was put on display.

From Washington Post • Feb. 21, 2023

Bowing his head and closing his eyes, he did so.

From New York Times • Jan. 5, 2023

Bowing, he said, "But now you must excuse me. I have urgent business with queen and council."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin