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Some clasped their hands together, while others prostrated themselves.

From BBC Apr. 17, 2026

At another point of the ceremony, the nine lay prostrated on a carpet in front of the basilica’s central altar in a sign of obedience, humility and giving of oneself.

From Seattle Times Apr. 25, 2021

“The French justice system has prostrated itself before a writer,” said Mehana Mouhou, a lawyer involved in the suit against the author.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 21, 2020

Earlier on Friday in St Peter’s Basilica, Francis presided at a “Passion of the Lord” service, during which he prostrated himself in prayer on the marble pavement.

From Reuters Mar. 30, 2018

"It is mine," the young king said as he prostrated himself on the floor.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin




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