leaner
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It results in a leaner sound, and Mr. Ehrlich’s presentation highlights this by showcasing some of the music in duet settings.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
It is easy to see why JLR's chief executive PJ Balaji feels action is necessary to trim costs and make the company leaner.
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
"A leaner organization will mean clearer ownership, faster decisions, and more time spent building rather than coordinating," the message said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026
Northern sled dogs became compact and heavily coated for cold conditions, while hunting dogs near the equator tended to be leaner and better suited to heat.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 10, 2026
A direwolf had a bigger head and longer legs in proportion to its body, and its snout and jaw were markedly leaner and more pronounced.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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