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leans

  • present tense form of lean (3rd person singular).

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For most Americans, a practical use case leans heavily toward traditional hybrids, Murphy added.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026

That assertion follows a site trip to Eloise, and leans into AIC’s recent exploration success and the relatively immature nature of the adjacent Jericho ore body.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

Philips leans forward, asks a question, then falls silent.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Gavin, 13 at the time, leans his head on Jackson’s shoulder and holds his hand.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Colin leans back against Willa’s bed, stretching his leg out in front of him.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin