leaning toward
Example Sentences
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She’s very risk-averse — especially when it comes to her finances—so she’s leaning toward conservative options like CDs or a high-yield savings account.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 18, 2026
WASHINGTON—President Trump is leaning toward expanding U.S. military operations in Iran after days of briefings from top aides, U.S. officials said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
Despite the relative silence, markets came away with the view that the tone of the meeting was “hawkish,” or leaning toward interest-rate hikes.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 7, 2026
“The takeaway is that the Fed is stepping back from detailed signaling while still leaning toward keeping policy tight, reinforcing a higher-for-longer rate environment and the likelihood of continued market volatility,” Hawkins says.
From Barron's ● Jun. 17, 2026
He was sitting in a canvas chair beside hers, and she was leaning toward him, speaking softly.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
