kneeling

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That same year, he and his deputies were photographed kneeling and speaking with protesters in the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd, an action he has since recast as praying.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

In one striking photo, a kneeling US pilot is confronted by a Kuwaiti local, moments after parachuting from his jet.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Watson had appeared unsteady in the aftermath of the collision, failing in an initial attempt to stand from a kneeling position.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Several times, the top generals were seen kneeling beside her to whisper in her ear as she sat with her father watching military parades.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

“Call me Love, Rucker,” she begged, kneeling down by the bed so she could look right in his face.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns