bowing

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Footage from the IRGC-affiliated Tasnim news agency, showed hundreds of mourners bowing their heads in front of a group of at least 18 coffins draped in the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Some now are pressing pause, bowing out or trying to change things up creatively.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

The FDA reversed itself Wednesday, bowing to an appeal by the company, Moderna announced, saying the FDA will now review its application to license the flu shot.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

She is bowing out after 37 years at the helm of the men’s line and will hand over to London designer Grace Wales Bonner in 2027.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

“You’re...really her,” Jack said to the woman, dropping to his knees and bowing his head.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley