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5 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Lean' in a Sentence

"To tilt or bend away from an upright position." more

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The old tower had been leaning for decades, yet it stood tall against the backdrop of the ancient city.
She noticed that her favorite book had been leaning on the shelf for years, untouched and waiting to be rediscovered.
As the storm raged on, the trees outside had been leaning precariously, their branches swaying in the powerful wind.
During the intense negotiation, both parties had been leaning towards a compromise that would benefit everyone involved.
The exhausted hiker realized he had been leaning on his trekking poles for support during the challenging climb.

Lean

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verbTo tilt or bend away from an upright position.

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Last Updated On: March 19, 2024
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