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Vocabulary Entry
bow
|noun • verb • verb
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N
noun
A curved weapon used for shooting arrows.
Example Sentences
"He learned how to shoot an arrow from a bow."
"The archer carried his bow and quiver of arrows."
"In the contest, she displayed her skill with a traditional longbow."
V
verb
To bend the upper part of the body forward as a gesture of respect or greeting.
Example Sentences
"The performer took a moment to bow to the audience after the show."
"She had to bow in respect during the ceremony."
"He bowed his head in prayer."
V
verb
To yield or submit to someone or something.
Example Sentences
"He refused to bow to the pressure from his peers."
"The manager had to bow to the customer's demands."
"They will not bow to fear during these challenging times."