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  • present participle of lean.
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leaning

[lee-ning] / ˈli nɪŋ /


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BBC Sport has previously reported Anderson is leaning towards a move to City over rivals Manchester United.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The Emiratis are also leaning on their trading network and storage strategy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Kids resale is also leaning into streetwear culture.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Sit at a table with a bunch of actors and it inevitably becomes an impromptu acting class, one in which even the Michelle Pfeiffer is leaning over to observe.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

He was leaning forward so he could be a little closer if he needed to get ahold of me.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan




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