take a bow

US /teɪk ə baʊ/
UK /teɪk ə baʊ/
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1.

to bend forward at the waist, especially to show respect or to acknowledge applause

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After his amazing performance, the singer came out to take a bow.
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The actors lined up on stage to take a bow after the play.
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2.

to accept praise or recognition for an achievement

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After all her hard work, it's time for her to take a bow.
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The team should take a bow for their outstanding performance this season.
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be applaudedbe praisedbe recognizedbe commendedbe lauded
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