1
as in tendencies
a prevailing or general movement or inclination
the news media are often accused of having liberal leanings
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as in inclinations
a habitual attraction to some activity or thing
despite what his athletic leanings might suggest, he was actually a very lazy kid
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Recent Examples of leanings
The political leanings of a man accused of arson have become a key issue in a high-stakes case over the cause of the most destructive fire in Los Angeles' history.
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Swasti Singhai, USA Today, 12 June 2026
There have been no in-depth conversations or leanings as to Rogers’ preferred destination.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 3 June 2026
During that period of time, the majority of American journalists worked for newspapers with definite political leanings, and many newspapers were started by the parties themselves.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
Bishop Eckman says this resurgence is not a political movement and the new Catholics are right-wing, left-wing and in the middle — driven by their heart rather than their political leanings.
—Andy Sheehan, CBS News, 26 May 2026
Her 15 months in the role were marked by friction with Trump sparked by her more libertarian leanings — her past opposition to war with Iran, for one, made for particularly awkward Hill testimony soon after the president entered the current conflict.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 22 May 2026
With ideological division in the Republican Party over social issues and approaches to government spending, the type of bills the Idaho Legislature passes can change dramatically based on the leanings of the Republicans who get elected.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 20 May 2026
She surely was also exposed to Madame Charlotte Mentelle’s feminist beliefs and abolitionist leanings.
—Thomas Mallon, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Obviously, political pressure and Hollywood's ideological leanings could lead to a total rethink of the character to take it further away from what book author Ian Fleming intended.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
Swasti Singhai, USA Today, 12 June 2026
There have been no in-depth conversations or leanings as to Rogers’ preferred destination.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 3 June 2026
During that period of time, the majority of American journalists worked for newspapers with definite political leanings, and many newspapers were started by the parties themselves.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
Bishop Eckman says this resurgence is not a political movement and the new Catholics are right-wing, left-wing and in the middle — driven by their heart rather than their political leanings.
—Andy Sheehan, CBS News, 26 May 2026
Her 15 months in the role were marked by friction with Trump sparked by her more libertarian leanings — her past opposition to war with Iran, for one, made for particularly awkward Hill testimony soon after the president entered the current conflict.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 22 May 2026
With ideological division in the Republican Party over social issues and approaches to government spending, the type of bills the Idaho Legislature passes can change dramatically based on the leanings of the Republicans who get elected.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 20 May 2026
She surely was also exposed to Madame Charlotte Mentelle’s feminist beliefs and abolitionist leanings.
—Thomas Mallon, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Obviously, political pressure and Hollywood's ideological leanings could lead to a total rethink of the character to take it further away from what book author Ian Fleming intended.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leanings
Noun
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These tendencies, if not balanced by Humility and Collaboration, can undermine both their own well-being and the collective efforts of their team.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Lee’s philosophical tendencies are different from what White ran under Billy Donovan for six years.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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There were inclinations to not fully believe in their capabilities against Argentina.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
4 June 2026
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Born to a humble family in the twilight years of the shogunate, Higuchi Natsuko (as she was born) was the fourth child and second daughter of a man with scholarly inclinations, who as a farmer had come to the capital to seek both fortune and rank.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
Noun
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In recent years, wellness culture and beauty trends have also pushed consumers toward approaches that include red-light therapy, injectable treatments and biohacking supplements.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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Cycle syncing has become one of the fastest-growing women’s wellness trends, fueled by femtech apps and a steady stream of social media advice.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
Noun
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For this class, the premise is that your purpose in life lies to the intersection of your values, your aptitudes and your interests.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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This model reflects Japan’s long-standing corporate culture, which prioritizes new hires for their general potential—their aptitudes and aspirations, as opposed to their current skill sets or university majors—and then trains them on the job.—
GRACIA LIU-FARRER,
Foreign Affairs,
18 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The changing tides also come as the district faces affordability issues and access to healthcare, concerns both candidates raised in their stump speeches along with their homegrown roots.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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Whatever the account, these are poems that have not simply endured time, but have mastered it, capturing it in their movements, their tides.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Spanish society has always had a relatively high tolerance for Latin American immigrants, who speak the local language and share certain cultural affinities.—
Rogé Karma,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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Squarcialupi said the time is now ripe for the brand to cross borders, toward Spain and other Mediterranean countries that have affinities with Italy.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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The call fills the landscape and seems to come from all directions at once.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Boggy Creek Road was closed in both directions as of Monday evening.—
Silas Morgan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 June 2026
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“Leanings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leanings. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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