- present participle of lean.
leaning
Americannoun
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leanings
plural
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of leaning
First recorded before 1000; Middle English leninge, Old English hlining; lean 1 + -ing 1
Vocabulary lists containing leaning
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Both parties are trying to remedy mistakes of elections past in the hopes of winning over the Gen Z vote, launching targeted recruitment efforts, hiring more young people and leaning into social media.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
But as the council debated, it became clear they were leaning toward Butch Twining, 70, citing in part his business experience.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Automakers are leaning on appearance tweaks and special features to freshen up their lineups, rolling out retro throwbacks, special-edition paint packages and niche trim levels to keep buyers interested.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026
Right now, I’m leaning toward the Bilt card.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 29, 2026
Sarah R. called with a smile, leaning through the order window.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
Whatever Warsh’s leanings, economists also point out that he is just one voter on a 12-member committee that sets the key U.S. interest rate.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026
Meanwhile, another major music concert with more transparent political leanings was announced on Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026
But on the other hand, the genre’s somber leanings afford him a tender space for sharing the brand of wisdom that only comes with age.
From Salon ● Apr. 24, 2026
In reality, if you watch Herrera’s content, there’s no indication he’s sincere in his Nazi leanings.
From Slate ● Mar. 9, 2026
More than a week passed before I slowly caught on that a family of leftish leanings could be bothered by the way their guests were attired.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
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