bowed

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But architects work their magic at utilitarian drafting tables, heads bowed over blueprints—hardly the setting to stimulate heroic sculpture.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Two years later, John C. Doerfer, chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, likewise bowed out when it was revealed he had vacationed on the yacht of a wealthy friend.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

The takeover deal, which was struck last month after Netflix bowed out, would put HBO and CNN under the control of Larry Ellison and his son David, the chairman of Paramount, which includes CBS.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

“Paramount is paying a stiff price, and its winning bid may turn out to be a Pyrrhic victory,” we wrote on Feb. 27, after Netflix bowed out of the takeover battle.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

“Amen,” he repeated softly, sitting there with his head bowed.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney