lean slightly

Frequency: 6.510.7 per million words

to incline a small amount

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Examples (10)

  • She decided to lean slightly forward to hear the soft whisper.
  • The old tower seemed to lean slightly to one side after the earthquake.
  • He would often lean slightly against the doorframe while talking.
  • Could you lean slightly to your left so I can get a better angle?
  • The photographer asked her to lean slightly on the wall for the portrait.
  • The tree had begun to lean slightly due to the strong winds.
  • He observed the stranger lean slightly and adjust his glasses.
  • Even a building can lean slightly over time if its foundation isn't stable.
  • She felt him lean slightly closer, signaling his interest.
  • The chair was wobbly and would lean slightly whenever someone sat on it.