bow
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He stayed true to his convictions and did not bow to social pressure or pressure from family members to leave his children a significant amount of money in his will.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 30, 2026
Before incoming particles reach Jupiter's main bow shock, they can encounter smaller shock structures called shocklets.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 29, 2026
They held up photos of jailed journalists, chanting: "We will not be silenced. Enough is enough!" and "We will not bow to pressure".
From Barron's ● Oct. 24, 2026
Carson’s offensive line also can take a bow with its protection of Fields.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2026
Father Harte said the blessing, and afterward, Paddy Mulligan’s bow flew over the fiddle strings as Long Liam’s fingers pounded the skin of his drum.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
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Musical Instruments - Introductory
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Musical Instruments - Middle School
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