1
as in to succumb
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control)
finally bowed to the judge's insistence that she change her outfit
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2
as in to submit
to give up and cease resistance (as to a liking, temptation, or habit)
bowed to the craving for fresh coffee
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1
as in to curve
to turn away from a straight line or course
the river bows gently to the north before it reaches the sea
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as in to bend
to cause to turn away from a straight line
you'll have to gently bow the strip of wood in order to fit it in
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as in bend
something that curves or is curved
her full lips form a pair of perfect bows
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Recent Examples of bow
Vik Chokshi, New York Times, 2 May 2025
The administration recently took away $2.2 billion in funding for Harvard after the university refused to bow to Trump’s demands, which included changes to its hiring and admission practices, as well as eliminating its diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
—Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 30 Apr. 2025
Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 May 2025
Sofia Richie Grainge wore a white dress with a large bow on the back of her dress.
—Janelle Ash , Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2025
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Verb
Will Simone Biles’ hat have a feather or bows on it?
—Vik Chokshi, New York Times, 2 May 2025
The administration recently took away $2.2 billion in funding for Harvard after the university refused to bow to Trump’s demands, which included changes to its hiring and admission practices, as well as eliminating its diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
—Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 30 Apr. 2025
Noun
The woman, who sat at the bow, fell on top of the reptile and was bitten as her husband tried to intervene but failed, FWC Maj.
—Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 May 2025
Sofia Richie Grainge wore a white dress with a large bow on the back of her dress.
—Janelle Ash , Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bow
Noun
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Interestingly, Milwaukee may need to consider a bend but don’t break strategy.—
Brian Sampson,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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The cards were stacked against us, though; the turkeys quickly disappeared around a bend in the canyon, half a mile below, still going strong.—
Percy Brown,
Outdoor Life,
26 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The curvatures and sleekness of the XC60 are unlike no other SUV in today’s market.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
8 May 2025
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Photograph: Kieran Alger Recent shoes, like the Adidas Adios Pro 4, have experimented with the position and curvature—or the rockering—of the midsoles in a bid to roll runners into a more efficient gait.—
Kieran Alger,
Wired News,
7 May 2025
Noun
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Burned by years of inaction on social media, lawmakers in both parties want to get ahead of the curve on AI.—
Matt Robison,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Allow Interns To Contribute To Meaningful Projects Junior associates bring fresh perspectives, new ideas and a familiarity with the latest technologies that can help organizations stay ahead of the curve.—
Anne St. Peter,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Noun
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In turn, creators receive ongoing support and unique engagement opportunities, forming lasting, genuine connections.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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In turn, Baldoni filed a lawsuit against the newspaper seeking $40 million in damages.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
3 May 2025
Noun
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The challenge is finding fresh angles to share your core message.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Lower your body slowly by bending at the elbows until your forearms create a 90-degree angle.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
8 May 2025
Noun
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The storms are predicted to bring wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches).—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
14 May 2025
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According to the Nevada Department of Wildlife, mallards can fly 55 miles per hour while migrating, or faster when flying in the direction of the wind.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
14 May 2025
Noun
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There are gold accents to the fireplace, doorway arches, walls and other areas of the room.—
Chris Megerian,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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These scans combined with subsequent scans to contribute to a 3D model with detailed representations of the cathedral’s flying buttresses, arches, ribbed vaults, intricate wood carvings and stained glass, guiding the more than $700 million restoration.—
Ronald Bisio,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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“Bow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bow. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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