kneeling

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That same year, he and his deputies were photographed kneeling and speaking with protesters in the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd, an action he has since recast as praying.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

In one striking photo, a kneeling US pilot is confronted by a Kuwaiti local, moments after parachuting from his jet.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Watson had appeared unsteady in the aftermath of the collision, failing in an initial attempt to stand from a kneeling position.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Another video showed officers hauling away people who were kneeling while conducting Muslim prayers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

It was thus that Nighthand found them: Christopher kneeling next to Mal, the body of their most loved companion held between them.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell