bowing
Americannoun
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the act or art of playing a stringed instrument with a bow.
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the individual way of using the bow in playing a stringed instrument, including the way in which the musician approaches the music emotionally, the articulation of individual notes, and the manner in which the notes of a passage are grouped together.
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As one of the few children who would regularly attend services, she would copy the men in prayer, swaying and bowing as they did, as if she were one of the group.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
"I assume full responsibility for this defeat," an ashen-faced Jospin announced, bowing out of politics to howls of dismay from supporters.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
The FDA reversed itself Wednesday, bowing to an appeal by the company, Moderna announced, saying the FDA will now review its application to license the flu shot.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026
But Ryding still took his moment, bowing after crossing the line.
From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026
“Your Exalted Majesty,” the commander said, bowing his head.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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