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What is another word for leant?

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Past tense for to be in, or move into, a sloping position
“If plants begin to lean over, it helps to hoe soil up around the base, covering these roots, to give them more support.”
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Past tense for to turn away from a straight course
“The path began to lean to the right until it ended at a shallow stream.”
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Past tense for to place or position something or oneself by resting or supporting against (something)
“The air seems to thicken around me, and I have to lean against the door to support myself.”
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Past tense for to place a weight on something
“I let my body's twitching weight lean on her slender shoulders and there, in her arms, the tears ended, the spasms faded, and suddenly I was calm.”
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Past tense for to have a propensity for
“From a practical viewpoint, I must say that I lean towards the latter solution.”
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Past tense for to depend on with full trust or confidence
“Individuals in these acute situations often seek guidance from someone they can trust or lean on.”
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Past tense for to coerce by putting pressure on (someone)
“Just lean on them, big fella. They'll feel the pressure eventually.”
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