lean into
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phrasal verb
- To fully embrace, accept, or commit to a task, situation, or personal quality, especially one that is challenging or uncomfortable.
- To physically incline or tilt one's body toward something or someone.
Example Sentences
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Throughout the playoffs, the Dodgers tried to lean into their age as an asset.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
“I want us to lean into that. That means supporting artists; it means supporting staff in doing really bold projects.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2026
Thesaurus
Possible Synonyms
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- go all in on
- double down on
- commit to
- own it
Possible Antonyms
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- nope out of
- back away slowly
