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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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
Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
No wonder Carlos Tevez and Sergio Aguero, Messi's former international team-mates, bowed during their commentary duties.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 17 June 2026
Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 17 June 2026
The nameplate’s famous signet sits proudly at the bow, too.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 June 2026
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Verb
The campaign premiered digitally on Tuesday, and the Baguette’s return to its original silhouette and style code is a part of Chiuri’s fall/winter 2027-27 collection, which also bowed Tuesday.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
No wonder Carlos Tevez and Sergio Aguero, Messi's former international team-mates, bowed during their commentary duties.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 17 June 2026
Noun
For her first appearance at the Royal Ascot in three years, Middleton paired the neutral, beige heels with a bright yellow Roksanda dress featuring a distinctive bow detail at the shoulder and a midi-length skirt.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 17 June 2026
The nameplate’s famous signet sits proudly at the bow, too.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bow
Verb
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The couple was found unresponsive and later succumbed to their injuries.—
Samantha Cookinham,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Suddenly, Marjane succumbing to sorrow became achingly comprehensible.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2026
Verb
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While Warsh broke precedent by not submitting his projections for the federal funds rate, nine members of the FOMC see room for a hike before the end of 2026.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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And schools that delay submitting transfer paperwork until the last minute thinking investigators will be too busy to spot an error don’t understand the process.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Verb
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The innovative Panoramic Display consists of a 48-inch screen curving from door to door along the base of the windshield.—
Robert Duffer,
AJC.com,
19 June 2026
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If choosing a pair without a headband, consider a model that has curved temples or a frame made of rubber.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Economists studying the former Soviet bloc saw oligarchs graduate from bending the rules to buying them outright.—
Gautam Mukunda,
Mercury News,
20 June 2026
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Such tasks are particularly challenging for automation because the cables can bend, twist, and shift position dynamically during transport, requiring continuous perception, adaptation, and precise manipulation.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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This limited-time offer saves you a sweet 27% on an advanced ultrawide battle station packing a 180Hz refresh rate, WUHD 5K x 2K resolution, and a deep 1000R curvature.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2026
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Scoliosis is a three-dimensional curvature and rotation of the spine that often develops during periods of rapid growth.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Erling Haaland was relentless in his World Cup debut, and the defense regrouped well after conceding in the 4-1 win over Iraq.—
Alex Connor,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Curaçao lost the initiative, conceding two goals before halftime in what eventually became a 7-1 defeat to the Germans.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Will Klein surrendered a seventh-inning single to Jackson that sent two baserunners, including one inherited from Dodgers left-hander Jack Dreyer, across the plate.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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An armed suspect surrendered to the California Highway Patrol after an hours-long pursuit through Los Angeles County.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Choose grasses with tall, arching stems to set off the upright dahlia form.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
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Lower back discomfort or tightness might be due to arching of your back, or your back muscles tacking on too much of the work to overcompensate for a lack of hip strength or control.—
Christa Sgobba,
Health,
16 June 2026
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“Bow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bow. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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