Answer: bending

AnswerCrossword Clue
BENDINGSubmitting
bendingShape or force (something straight) into a curve or angle
bendingMove (a jointed part of the body) to an angled position
bendingForce or be forced to submit
bendingAttach (a sail or rope) by means of a knot
bending(of a person) Incline the body downward from the vertical
bending(of a road, river, or path) Deviate from a straight line in a specified direction; have a sharply curved course
bendingInterpret or modify (a rule) to suit oneself or somebody else
bendingDirect or devote (one's attention or energies) to a task
bending(of something straight) Be shaped or forced into a curve or angle
bendingthe act of bending