lean backwards/backward

Examples (10)

• He leaned backwards to get a better view of the painting.
• She leaned backward in her comfortable armchair, lost in thought.
• The gymnast had to lean backwards considerably to complete the difficult pose.
• He instinctively leaned backward when the loud noise startled him.
• The old rickety fence seemed to lean backwards precariously.
• To open the heavy door, she had to lean backwards and pull with all her might.
• The child had to lean backwards to see the top of the tall building.
• He would often lean backward slightly, a gesture indicating his deep contemplation.
• Don't lean too far backwards on that chair, it looks unstable.
• The rock climber had to lean backward to find a secure foothold on the overhang.