bend backwards

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To curve your body or something else in a backward direction.

backwardsverb + backwards

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bend

Examples (10)

  • The gymnast can bend backwards until her hands touch the floor.
  • In this yoga pose, you need to slowly bend backwards from your waist.
  • He bent backwards too far and hurt his lower back.
  • The strong wind caused the young tree to bend backwards.
  • It's amazing how a contortionist can bend backwards so effortlessly.
  • Be careful not to bend backwards too quickly, or you might fall.
  • Bending backwards is an exercise that can improve flexibility.
  • The old sign had bent backwards under the weight of the snow.
  • As the dancer bent backwards, the crowd gasped in awe.
  • Can you still bend backwards far enough to pick up a flower with your mouth?