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Kneel

/nˈil/
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(verb) To rest on one's bent knees, sometimes only one; to move to such a position.

Why do people kneel down to pray?
Sami made Layla kneel in front of him.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The knight had to ____ before the king as a sign of respect and loyalty during the official ceremony.

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