100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "lean"

Definition

The verb lean means to incline or bend from a vertical position, to rely on someone or something for support, or to have a preference towards something.

Synonyms

• Incline
• Tilt
• Bend
• Rest
• Rely
• Depend
• Sway
• Support

Antonyms

• Stand upright
• Straighten
• Resist
• Reject
• Oppose

Examples

1. She had to lean against the wall to catch her breath.
2. He decided to lean on his friends for emotional support.
3. The tree began to lean toward the sunlight.
4. I like to lean towards more sustainable practices.
5. Please don't lean too far over the edge of the balcony.
6. The child was told to lean back in his chair.
7. You can lean on me whenever you need help.
8. The artist would often lean into her creativity during quiet moments.
9. I always lean toward the spicy dishes at dinner.
10. He had to lean over to pick up the fallen book.
11. The building began to lean after the earthquake.
12. She likes to lean on her experience when making decisions.
13. He would often lean his head on the window during long drives.
14. It’s okay to lean on your family during tough times.
15. The cat loved to lean against the warm radiator.
16. The sign was starting to lean to one side.
17. They decided to lean into their strengths rather than weaknesses.
18. She could lean back and relax after a long day.
19. The fence started to lean after the heavy storm.
20. He tends to lean towards a more minimalist lifestyle.
21. I had to lean down to tie my shoelaces.
22. She likes to lean her theories on scientific evidence.
23. The chair is designed so you can lean back comfortably.
24. He had to lean in closer to hear the whispers.
25. The toddler would often lean on his mother for comfort.
26. Sometimes it's necessary to lean on others for advice.
27. The cyclist began to lean into the turn.
28. She would lean her head on his shoulder during the movie.
29. The car started to lean to the left due to a flat tire.
30. He would lean over the railing to see the parade below.
31. It’s important to lean into your passions.
32. The heavy load made him lean forward as he walked.
33. She had to lean against the counter to reach the top shelf.
34. I prefer to lean towards optimism in challenging situations.
35. The old barn began to lean dangerously.
36. He would often lean into his leadership role at work.
37. The dog loves to lean against me when I sit down.
38. The old man had to lean on his cane for support.
39. She always tries to lean towards healthier food options.
40. He had to lean down to hear what she was saying.
41. The support beam began to lean after years of wear.
42. I tend to lean towards books that challenge my thinking.
43. The toddler likes to lean over to see the fish in the tank.
44. The actor would often lean into dramatic roles.
45. The umbrella started to lean in the strong wind.
46. You can always lean on your friends during tough times.
47. I tend to lean towards fiction when choosing a book.
48. The building was designed to lean slightly for aesthetic reasons.
49. She was told to lean back and enjoy the ride.
50. He had to lean over to tie his shoelaces.
51. The coach encouraged the team to lean on their training.
52. The cat would lean against the window to nap in the sun.
53. He had to lean into the mic to speak clearly.
54. The child likes to lean into the story when reading.
55. The artist would lean toward bright colors in her paintings.
56. The waiter asked her not to lean on the counter.
57. She had to lean over to pick up her phone.
58. The building seems to lean precariously.
59. He decided to lean on his colleagues during the project.
60. She likes to lean towards the more adventurous side of life.
61. The athlete had to lean forward to gain speed.
62. The wall began to lean after years of neglect.
63. He would often lean into his work to escape.
64. The car began to lean after hitting a pothole.
65. She feels the need to lean on her faith during difficult times.
66. The teacher told the students to lean in when discussing.
67. The structure started to lean dangerously in the storm.
68. He prefers to lean towards traditional methods.
69. The cat would lean against my leg for attention.
70. She was told not to lean too far over the edge.
71. He had to lean down to pet the small dog.
72. The actor would often lean on his co-stars for support.
73. The tree seemed to lean toward the river.
74. She likes to lean on her instincts when making choices.
75. The building's foundation caused it to lean over time.
76. He had to lean in to see the tiny print.
77. The boy would lean against the fence to watch the game.
78. She chose to lean toward a more compassionate approach.
79. The car started to lean during the sharp turn.
80. He needed to lean on his experience to solve the problem.
81. The elderly woman had to lean on her walker.
82. I often lean toward the classics in literature.
83. The artist decided to lean into her unique style.
84. The tree began to lean under the weight of the snow.
85. The waiter asked her not to lean on the table.
86. He likes to lean towards experimental music.
87. The structure began to lean after years of heavy use.
88. She had to lean in closer to see the details.
89. The child would lean against his mother for warmth.
90. He prefers to lean on logic rather than emotions.
91. The pole started to lean after the storm.
92. She had to lean over the desk to see the screen.
93. The architect designed the building to lean slightly.
94. He would often lean into his fitness routine.
95. The dog loved to lean against my leg while I worked.
96. She likes to lean towards a more holistic lifestyle.
97. The ship began to lean in the rough seas.
98. The student had to lean forward to hear the lecture.
99. The fence started to lean after the strong wind.
100. He decided to lean on his past experiences for guidance.