leant
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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He sought out some professional help but leant largely on friends, family and his faith to change his mentality.
From BBC
The family also claims the new authorities have leant on the courts to find them guilty.
From Barron's
Then he leant closer and told me he didn't have to worry: "Rick will save me."
From BBC
It leant the audience a discerning sense of agency, as we could control the show but only to a point.
From Los Angeles Times
Instead, Germany leant particularly heavily on the US for its security.
From BBC
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