lean
Example Sentences
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My suggestion — throw on your best headphones and find a shady tree to lean back against and chill out.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
In fact, AI might drive some growth for Accenture as companies lean on the consultancy for its services—including help with AI deployment itself.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
There is probably upside to be recognized for 2027, he said in a Wednesday note, but Broadcom’s “seeming unwillingness to lean into” it will likely weigh on the stock in the near-term.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
Consolidation during golf’s lean years has given rise to a healthier industry with fewer big players.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
Terrified, I set the snowhook and run up to put the fire out, lean down to pat the flames out and of course they disappear, are not there.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
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