lean
verb (used without object)
to incline or bend from a vertical position.
is leaning
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present progressiveof lean (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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What they’re doing instead is leaning on a scoring system that lets them describe the problem as smaller than it is.
From Slate ● Jul. 31, 2026
While officials say he is leaning toward expanded operations, he could change his mind.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
Of the two towers in the complex only one is still standing, though it is leaning and looks as though it could collapse at any moment.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
One of Elon Musk’s biggest fans is leaning heavily into his latest public listing.
From Barron's ● Jun. 15, 2026
Because Martin Addison is leaning against my car.
From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
