curtsy

Example Sentences

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“Mrs. Potter, it’s a pleasure to meet you and Miss Penelope,” the Atkinson ladies were saying, with formal bows and curtsies.

From Literature

When they accepted the award on her behalf - as is customary for presenters- Hahn curtsied and said "I'm Michelle Williams".

From BBC

Cassiopeia curtsied and spread both arms wide, as if to embrace the earth itself.

From Literature

A bemused Miss Mortimer opened her office door to find the Incorrigibles taking mock bows and curtsies before an imaginary audience, as if they had just concluded a successful opening night on the West End.

From Literature

Penelope stood on one leg like a stork and did her best to curtsy.

From Literature