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leaning

[lee-ning] / ˈli nɪŋ /
NOUN
tendency, bias
Synonyms
STRONGEST
inclination predilection propensity sentiment
STRONG
aptitude bent disposition drift favor favoritism inclining liking mindset partiality penchant predisposition proclivity proneness taste thing weakness
WEAK
cup of tea
Antonyms
STRONGEST
antipathy dislike hate
STRONG
disinclination fairness hatred impartiality justice

Example Sentences

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For now, ”risk appetites are leaning cleanly into a de-escalation narrative.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Raúl Castro is also leaning on his only son, Alejandro Castro Espín, a general in the interior ministry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

They deepen the egg flavor, add silk without leaning on excess mayonnaise, and create natural body and richness.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

"PC Brealey remained leaning into the driver's window during this manoeuvre."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

“Ah, jeez,” he whispered, leaning against the bathroom sink.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

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