leaned (on or against)

past tense of lean (on or against)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leaned (on or against)
Verb
  • When Sedalia businessman Jorge Guevara saw on social media Tuesday that the Royals’ 50-50 charity raffle was going toward the American Red Cross’ earthquake relief efforts in Venezuela, he instantly was compelled to enter online.
    Vahe Gregorian July 2, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026
  • The sidewalk in front of my house had some lips and dips that could’ve compelled me to rent heavy equipment and get to work.
    Wes Marshall, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Extreme heat has forced several communities in the Washington area to cancel or scale back their Independence Day celebrations.
    Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
  • The Kings forced 20 turnovers, leading to a 22-6 advantage in points off turnovers.
    Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 5 July 2026
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“Leaned (on or against).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leaned%20%28on%20or%20against%29. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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