Example Sentences

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Local media also reported that another man had knelt down to prevent cars from proceeding on the highway.

From Seattle Times • May 4, 2024

Protesters had knelt in the street for 8 minutes and 40 seconds in honor of Floyd.

From Slate • Oct. 31, 2020

“I had knelt before, and I think it’s an appropriate response to that situation. Kaepernick had spoken to veterans about what act was an appropriate protest, and he talked about kneeling,” Imboden said.

From Washington Post • Aug. 12, 2019

On Wednesday, Bass and Bone drew national attention for their display before a playoff game against the Indiana Fever, even though Bone had knelt for previous games.

From New York Times • Sep. 24, 2016

So Fadi had knelt extra long on the prayer mat at the mosque, asking Allah for Mariam’s protection and for help in winning the competition.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai