lean against sth

Frequency: 9.014.8 per million words

to support yourself by putting your weight on a surface

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Examples (10)

  • Kate leaned comfortably against the wall.
  • He often leans against the doorframe while talking.
  • The old bicycle was leaning against the lamppost.
  • Don't lean against that freshly painted fence.
  • She felt tired and leaned against the cold stone column.
  • A tall ladder was leaning against the side of the house.
  • The child leaned against his mother, feeling safe.
  • Could you please not lean against the display case?
  • He likes to lean against the railing and watch the sea.
  • The sign had leaned against the window for days.