lean toward
Example Sentences
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I tend to lean toward Gelson’s beans, which I find have a particular flavor I tend to like.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
“What we’ve seen so far makes us lean toward challenging,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Investors focused more on the three dissents against the lean toward easing.
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
Phillips said she would ultimately lean toward Rubio, citing "his international diplomacy" and background as the son of immigrants.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
They lean toward each other, like they’re sharing a secret.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
