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But an EU lawmaker who has worked closely on tech sovereignty told reporters Tuesday Europe "should not bow down to pressure".

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Rapper Ice Cube performed on the field before first pitch, revving up the Dodgers fans and calling on the Yankees to "bow down to a team that's greater than you"

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2024

But we must never underestimate a strain of masochism — the desire to bow down to the mighty.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2023

“Sheikh Hasina will not bow down to anyone’s order or interference,” Obaidul Quader, a cabinet minister and the ruling party’s general secretary, told a meeting of party leaders.

From New York Times • Dec. 9, 2022

Joseph dreamed that one day all his brothers and his parents as well would bow down to him.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson




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