bow down
Example Sentences
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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
Thus, he’s surprised when others don’t bow down so swiftly.
From Slate • Mar. 4, 2026
“I don’t want to do a symbolical gesture to bow down to the system so that I can have a home,” he said.
From New York Times • Jun. 7, 2024
The GLC was disbanded because he wouldn't bow down.
From BBC • Sep. 20, 2023
“Everybody had to bow down to him and do exactly what he said.”
From "The Egypt Game" by Zilpha Keatley Snyder
