LEANING (ON OR AGAINST) Synonyms: 20 Similar Words

leaning (on or against)

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Definition of leaning (on or against)

present participle of lean (on or against)

as in bearing (down)

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The surge in chip investment and demand has reignited economic growth and inflation, compelling the Bank of Korea (BOK) to consider aggressive rate hikes.

— Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Selaocoe extends that feeling after the song ends by once again compelling the audience to join him in song.

— Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 22 May 2026

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When Khomeini’s coffin began moving in a convoy, mourners surged towards it, causing a crowd crush and forcing the funeral procession to be abandoned, according to ISNA.

— Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
This transformed the laser from a simple heat source into a microscopic stirring tool, actively forcing the molten metals to blend right before solidification.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 July 2026

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