leaning toward

Example Sentences

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For now, however, investors are leaning toward strategies that back businesses that are more proven, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

He also pointed to “increased noise around hyperscalers” leaning toward customer-owned tooling, which is when the customer has control over the manufacturing process and can choose different suppliers for different parts.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

Despite this, the industry "is leaning toward accepting" AI "because, in any case, we have no choice".

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

The jury came back deadlocked, although a majority of the panel was leaning toward a conviction.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

“Nora’s not bad, right?” says Nick, leaning toward me.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli