a politician accused of 'bending to the will' of wealthy supporters [=being influenced by wealthy supporters; doing the things that are wanted by wealthy supporters]
She's not really quite old enough to be admitted as a member, but she's very close, so I think we can 'bend the rule(s)' a little in her case and let her in now.
He was forced to ask for their help 'on bended knee'. [=he was forced to beg for their help; he was forced to ask for their help in a very humble way]
(..) - Hey, stop it! - What? - This is serious. Hey, there. Are you lost sweety? Hey, wait! Why can't I bend these stupid bars? Oh, buddy! You got your head stucked pretty good, huh guy? Hey guys, come here. Check this out! He's got his mellon stucked. (..)2008 Bolt