bends

[US]/[bɛndz]/
[UK]/[bɛndz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A curve or angle in a straight line or surface.; The act of bending.; In some sports, the act of throwing a ball with a curved trajectory.
v.To form or cause to form a curve or angle.; To stoop or bow.; To yield or give in.

Phrases & Collocations

bends over

bends sharply

bends down

bending light

bends the rules

bends easily

bends forward

bends backward

bending metal

bends around

Example Sentences

the road bends sharply around the corner.

he bends down to pick up the pen.

the willow tree bends in the wind.

she bends the truth to suit her needs.

the metal bends under the pressure.

he bends over backwards to help her.

the river bends around the mountain.

the lawyer bends the rules to win the case.

the athlete bends his knees during the squat.

the light bends as it passes through the prism.

the company bends over to accommodate customer requests.

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