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on bended knee
01
used to describe kneeling as a sign of deep respect for someone
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Idiom
Old use
Exemples
In some customs, wedding vows are exchanged on bended knee, signifying the solemn commitment.
02
used to imply making a sincere and earnest request in a humble manner to persuade someone to do something
IdiomExemples
In the face of a financial crisis, the company's executives met with potential investors on bended knee, seeking funding to save the business.
03
with one's knee or knees bent and touching the ground or floor
Exemples
In traditional ceremonies, people often pray on bended knee.
