lean-to
Example Sentences
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The industry went through a difficult time in the 2010s because of overburdened balance sheets, and now many companies are staying lean to be flexible for the future.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
He declares flatly, “California was born in genocide,” which isn’t something you expect from someone likely to lean to the center.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
“Let’s lean to the left. You should feel a nice stretch through this whole right side of your body now,” Velasquez instructed from behind her desk.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2024
The answer was eye round, a roast often deemed too lean to be tender.
From Washington Times • Dec. 21, 2023
John was lean to begin with, but his cheekbones were becoming sharper.
From "Adrift" by Paul Griffin
