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Recent Examples of curtsy
Many came away feeling the mock curtsy had disrespected a long-standing British tradition, and the fact that the queen had died three months earlier no doubt did not help.
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Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
Making the moment even more impressive, Kate's curtsy perfectly coordinated with Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh's same gesture.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 16 June 2025
Meghan's mock curtsy, Harry's frostbite, and allegations of staff mistreatment have been just some of the moments fans of the couple might prefer to forget.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
Eugenie — who was spotted with her husband, Jack Brooksbank — was among the attendees, and she was photographed saying hello to Queen Camilla with a low curtsy.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 20 June 2025
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Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
Making the moment even more impressive, Kate's curtsy perfectly coordinated with Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh's same gesture.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 16 June 2025
Meghan's mock curtsy, Harry's frostbite, and allegations of staff mistreatment have been just some of the moments fans of the couple might prefer to forget.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
Eugenie — who was spotted with her husband, Jack Brooksbank — was among the attendees, and she was photographed saying hello to Queen Camilla with a low curtsy.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curtsy
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Jim Jarmusch’s Father Mother Sister Brother will take its North American bow as the Centerpiece Selection of the 63rd New York Film Festival, screening at Alice Tully Hall on October 3 with Jarmusch and members of the cast in attendance.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
24 July 2025
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The skirt offers a custom fit thanks to the adjustable tie that creates a gorgeous bow.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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Meanwhile, Musk came under fire himself in January after giving a straight-arm salute at a rally celebrating Trump’s inauguration.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
9 July 2025
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Once at Windsor, King Charles and Queen Camilla will formally welcome the couple at the Royal Dais, on Datchet Road, as a royal salute is fired in the Home Park in Windsor and at the Tower of London.—
Isaac Bickerstaff,
Glamour,
8 July 2025
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In the first case, Obama was accused of showing obeisance to a foreign ruler and Islam.—
Brendan Cole
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
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Brazen transaction mixed with humbling obeisance is hardly unknown in Washington.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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The good news is that a bob will complement anyone.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
24 July 2025
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Take inspiration from actress Lily Collins and make a sleek bob your haircut of choice to style out this summer, or copy singer Dove Cameron and keep your hair off your neck with playful space buns.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
22 July 2025
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The listing went live on July 13, a nod to Swift's favorite number.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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Since then, he was named an All-Pro three times, with two of his nods being first-team.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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“Curtsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curtsy. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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