leaning
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of leaning
First recorded before 1000; Middle English leninge, Old English hlining; lean 1 + -ing 1
Vocabulary lists containing leaning
Example Sentences
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While long known as a clean-energy heavyweight, NextEra is increasingly leaning in to natural gas to meet surging power demands.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
Myllyaho also recognised the value of leaning into Finland's eccentricity, with Käärijä's rave metal anthem Cha Cha Cha becoming the breakout hit of Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
“At least a significant percentage of Assemblymembers are leaning towards option one which is ... have the funding stay with CEC,” said Assemblymember Steve Bennett, chair of the budget subcommittee on climate and energy.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
That means leaning into concentration instead of being scared off by it.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
Mrs. Kuen was leaning out a second-floor window, waving her arm.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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