genuflected
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He hired people because they genuflected to him, not because they had any expertise.
From Salon ● Mar. 29, 2023
I almost genuflected in the doorway but restrained myself.
From New York Times ● Feb. 4, 2022
I don’t recall whether we rose and genuflected upon the arrival of Big John, but doing so would’ve been appropriate.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 2, 2020
As he is wont to do, Bill Shaikin once again genuflected at the Dodger altar and — cue the harp music — sang the praises of Chase Utley.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 23, 2018
Several late-comers, thinking there was an empty seat, genuflected at the pew’s entrance and prepared to enter.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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