Find the missing link

Question

Here are some words that share a link to a single word, used in different ways...

What's the word that links to all these?

You smart people won't need any more hints* but I can add words to the list, if you really need it.

* (OK, maybe two then)

And with thanks to @xnor and @randal'thor for discussion on format.

Bulldogg6404 · Accepted Answer · 2015-03-26 05:03:25Z

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The answer I came up with is

Bow, and its homonyms.

Street:

Actually, this is the only one I am not sure about, but research suggests Bow Street Runners, the earliest police force in London.
Respect:

To bow, leaning forward in a gesture of respect.
Ribbon:

A bow, as found decorating presents or hair.
Reflex:

Bow, as in shooting arrows. Reflex is a type of bow shape.
Play:

Bow, used in playing stringed musical instruments. (I can attest, it can sound beautiful or down-right awful).
Front:

Bow, a part of a boat/ship.

answered Mar 26, 2015 at 5:03

Bulldogg6404

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$\begingroup$ If anyone knows how to put lists/bullet points into a spoiler block, that would be very helpful! $\endgroup$
– Bulldogg6404
Commented Mar 26, 2015 at 5:07
$\begingroup$ Correct, and full marks for the explanations! $\endgroup$
– Joffan
Commented Mar 26, 2015 at 6:12
$\begingroup$ Sharp as bow-arrow +1 $\endgroup$
– Ashutosh Nigam
Commented Mar 26, 2015 at 8:59
$\begingroup$ @Joffan Glad I got it right. Was my explanation of Bow Street (Runners) the correct one, as well? I am not native to that side of the pond, which makes it difficult to be sure. $\endgroup$
– Bulldogg6404
Commented Mar 27, 2015 at 15:23
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$\begingroup$ @Bulldogg6404 Yes, that was the street and the reference I was thinking of. $\endgroup$
– Joffan
Commented Mar 27, 2015 at 15:47

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Ashutosh Nigam · Accepted Answer · 2015-03-25 17:19:42Z

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All are related with

sports/competitions:

Respect

Respect won.

Ribbon

Ribbon cut to start

Runner

Many racing competitions

Reflex

Reflex oh yes this is must

Play

Definitely people play

answered Mar 25, 2015 at 17:19

Ashutosh Nigam

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$\begingroup$ Nice try! but not the link I was looking for... $\endgroup$
– Joffan
Commented Mar 25, 2015 at 19:44

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