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as in tilted
to set or cause to be at an angle
just lean the ladder against the tree and climb up it
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as in relied
to place reliance or trust
you can always lean on me if you need help
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Recent Examples of leaned
So, Brown leaned harder into OG Anunoby, who finished with 24 points and five rebounds, at center, choosing that look over Sochan.
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C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 7 May 2026
Investors have leaned into optimism about an end to hostilities, but the swift rally also underscores the significance of the global AI rally.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 7 May 2026
At one point during our conversation by the pool, Corso leaned back in his chair and laughed while recalling that time in 1976 when Indiana somehow grabbed a 7-6 lead against mighty Ohio State.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
Lively leaned into the moment with a look designed to turn heads — an archival 2006 Atelier Versace gown in soft watercolor tones.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
The directive, then, leaned less beach house and more country cottage.
—Allison Duncan, Architectural Digest, 6 May 2026
Other platforms have explicitly leaned into the activity-first model.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
The following year, the Wolf of Wall Street star leaned into understated elegance in a custom Calvin Klein floor-length number with waist cutouts.
—Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
The Steelers really leaned into versatility and positional flexibility.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 4 May 2026
C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 7 May 2026
Investors have leaned into optimism about an end to hostilities, but the swift rally also underscores the significance of the global AI rally.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 7 May 2026
At one point during our conversation by the pool, Corso leaned back in his chair and laughed while recalling that time in 1976 when Indiana somehow grabbed a 7-6 lead against mighty Ohio State.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
Lively leaned into the moment with a look designed to turn heads — an archival 2006 Atelier Versace gown in soft watercolor tones.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
The directive, then, leaned less beach house and more country cottage.
—Allison Duncan, Architectural Digest, 6 May 2026
Other platforms have explicitly leaned into the activity-first model.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
The following year, the Wolf of Wall Street star leaned into understated elegance in a custom Calvin Klein floor-length number with waist cutouts.
—Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
The Steelers really leaned into versatility and positional flexibility.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leaned
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That battle tilted further toward Republicans when the Virginia Supreme Court ruled Friday that Democratic lawmakers had violated constitutional requirements when placing a redistricting amendment on the ballot.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 May 2026
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That battle tilted further toward Republicans when the Virginia Supreme Court ruled Friday that Democratic lawmakers had violated constitutional requirements when placing a redistricting amendment on the ballot.—
Kim Chandler,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Their hostility tended to be reserved for Steven Gerrard.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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In those boxes, actual roses that will be tended to by stadium staff.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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Going to therapy Wesley Harris, clinical coordinator for Black Men Heal, said some Black families have historically relied on faith leaders and churches for emotional support instead of licensed therapists.—
Nicky Zizaza,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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From its earliest days as a start-up, the company had relied on flat management.—
Geoffrey Cain,
Vanity Fair,
11 May 2026
Verb
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The water will either puddle on top or run off if the site is sloped.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2026
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Its right legs leaned so severely that the whole top sloped.—
Noz Nozawa,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
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The goal also counted an assist for Rooney, who earned her first ever point in the PWHL.—
Staff Report,
Twin Cities,
9 May 2026
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Votes are still being counted, but heavy losses for Labour are expected to raise questions about Prime Minister Keir Starmer's already shaky leadership.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
Verb
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In contrast, OpenAI’s attorney suggested Musk, who helped create and fund the company, angled early for total control of OpenAI as Altman pushed back to ensure the powerful tech was not dominated by just one person.—
Hadas Gold,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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Video of the pursuit broadcast on KTLA showed the bear running around the neighborhood as residents kept their distance and park rangers angled for a shot.—
Terry Castleman,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Some of Ayton’s shooting struggles have depended on where the lanky 7-foot-1 Holmgren has been on the court, Redick said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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Jalen Brunson has been heavily depended on since 2022.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
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“Leaned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leaned. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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