1
as in to tilt
to set or cause to be at an angle
just lean the ladder against the tree and climb up it
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2
as in skinny
having a noticeably small amount of body fat
all of the marathoners are extremely lean
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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
the wall has enough of a lean that we can't set a bookcase against it
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Recent Examples of lean
Will Sammon, New York Times, 3 May 2025
Isaacs leaned into the conservative bona fides of NEA grants.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 2 May 2025
Lauren O'Connor, Health, 6 May 2025
Other Paleo benefits may include weight loss, decreased blood pressure and lower cholesterol (if lean meats are chosen), according to Cleveland Clinic's website.
—Amy McGorry, FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025
Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 8 Feb. 2025
Trump’s strong local finish does not mark a sudden conservative awakening, just as the region’s previous Democratic lean did not reflect an unwavering progressive faith.
—Gil Rebollar, The Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Verb
The Blue Jays have leaned heavily on José Berríos, Kevin Gausman, Chris Bassitt and Bowden Francis to carry the load as the team sorts through fifth starter troubles.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 3 May 2025
Isaacs leaned into the conservative bona fides of NEA grants.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 2 May 2025
Adjective
However, other foods like high-fiber grains, lean proteins, legumes, nuts, and quality dairy can be just as—if not more—satisfying as oatmeal.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 6 May 2025
Other Paleo benefits may include weight loss, decreased blood pressure and lower cholesterol (if lean meats are chosen), according to Cleveland Clinic's website.
—Amy McGorry, FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025
Noun
Among 18- to 29-year-olds, his approval is 46 percent, suggesting Gen Z support despite their historical Democratic lean.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 8 Feb. 2025
Trump’s strong local finish does not mark a sudden conservative awakening, just as the region’s previous Democratic lean did not reflect an unwavering progressive faith.
—Gil Rebollar, The Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lean
Verb
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These different rates can cause buildings to tilt and can lead to other infrastructure damage.—
Andrea Thompson,
Scientific American,
8 May 2025
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So, one of the sets had to be literally tilted on its side.—
Mike Miller Published,
EW.com,
5 May 2025
Verb
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Liverpool tend to target their attacking-third entries more on the flanks rather than through the centre, using Salah on the right and, usually, Luis Diaz on the left.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
8 May 2025
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When the Financial Action Task Force puts you on their grey list for strategic deficiencies in combating money laundering (even if since removed), investors tend to take note.—
Lissele Pratt,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Verb
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As for the myth, Rollo-Koster said eras in history when people relied on prophecies reveal a lack of control about their lives and deaths.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Instead, Sweden will rely on a trio of Samuel Ersson, Arvid Soderblom and Arvid Holm.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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Keep scrolling to shop more skinny jeans, blazers, and button-down shirts inspired by Kate Middleton’s outfit blueprint below.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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These cars, with their skinny tires up front, skeletal body and explosive engine, generate up to 11,000 to 12,000 horsepower and reach speeds in the mid-300 mphs in just 1,000 feet and require parachutes to safely arrive at a stop.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Heavy equipment was sent into the hole via a slope and walls had to be built to ensure the safety of rescue workers, the outlet added.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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The Dalarna region is Sweden at its best, with dense forests speckling the landscape, a web of foot trails, dramatic waterfalls, gentle slopes for hiking and skiing, and placid lakes, including one of the country’s largest, Lake Siljan.—
Jeanine Barone,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Someone angles to take a picture of a brunette in a crisp button-down and another in a crop top—which Laurence and I quickly realize are Charli XCX and Lorde.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
6 May 2025
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For her second selfie, Allen shimmed slightly to the side, gently angling the camera towards her body.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
2 May 2025
Verb
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The process of changing plans is often daunting and success depends on many factors, some beyond your control.—
Diane Omdahl,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Trump, Biden allies divided over GDP report 'Pandemic-like shortages' if nothing changes Whether U.S. consumers will face shortages depends largely on what happens over the next few weeks.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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The caveat was that these materials need to be absurdly thin to get the noise down.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
1 May 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2025
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“Lean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lean. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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