leaned

Example Sentences

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Three regional Fed presidents objected to the statement language at the April meeting, pushing to remove wording that signaled the central bank still leaned toward lowering interest rates.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

There was the occasional outburst as angry drivers leaned heavily on their horns, filling the peaceful meadow with a sudden blast of urban agita, but in general, things remained calm.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

As he shook hands with Xi, he leaned in to pat him on the arm in what appeared to be a gesture of warmth.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Warsh—who had long leaned toward a hawkish anti-inflation stance—warned presciently that the Fed’s intensive efforts to support the economy could give rise to blistering inflation down the road.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

His face was livid as he leaned over my shoulder.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu