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  • present participle of lean.
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leaning

[lee-ning] / ˈli nɪŋ /


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Unlike the bands circling Seattle and Portland, Modest Mouse made a point of leaning into its outlier roots.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

BBC Sport has previously reported Anderson is leaning towards a move to City over rivals Manchester United.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The shot clock was running out, a defender was draped all over him, and he had no option left but a desperate leaning heave.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Kids resale is also leaning into streetwear culture.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

I glance back at Jonah, who’s leaning forward in his seat, chewing on his bottom lip.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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