Etymology
Origin of leaner
Example Sentences
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Parker's managerial career to date has seen three promotions followed by much leaner times in the Premier League.
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
So first of all, we’re the scrappy, leaner player in the game now.
From Salon ● Nov. 2, 2026
The model requires trade-offs, and a lot of discipline: Gund has never had a layoff but staffs sparingly so it can weather the leaner stretches.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026
“We are running a little leaner right now, with less oil in the tanks,” Mahil said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
Togbe grew leaner still and, for the first time, began to use a walking stick.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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