Leant example sentences
Related (6): - leaned, inclined, tilted, slanted, canted, pitched
lean
verb
leant (past tense) · leant (past participle)
- be in or move into a sloping position:
- incline from the perpendicular and rest for support against (something):
- cause something to rest against:
Synonyms
slant, incline, bend, tilt, slope, tip, bank, list, heel, careen, cant, bias, veer, sway, angle, rest, recline, rest, recline"Leant" Example Sentences
- I leant against the wall, exhausted from the long day.- She leant over the balcony to get a better view.
- The tree had leant too far and was in danger of falling.
- He leant on his friend for support during the difficult time.
- The teacher leant in to whisper the answer to the student.
- The book leant towards the end of the shelf, almost falling off.
- She leant her bike against the fence and went inside.
- He leant his ear to the door, trying to hear what was being said.
- The couch leant to one side, making it uncomfortable to sit on.
- She leant forward in her chair, eagerly listening to the story.
- The lamp leant at an awkward angle, illuminating the room strangely.
- He leant out the window to wave goodbye to his friend.
- The wall had leant over time, giving the house a crooked appearance.
- She leant her head on his shoulder, seeking comfort.
- He leant his weight against the door to prevent it from opening.
- The bike leant too far to one side, causing the rider to lose balance.
- She leant back in her chair, relaxing after a long day.
- The ladder leant against the wall, ready to be climbed.
- He leant against the car, waiting for his friend to arrive.
- The tree leant towards the sun, reaching for the light.
- She leant against the counter, deep in thought.
- He leant over the table to get a better look at the picture.
- The sign leant in the wind, creaking as it swung back and forth.
- She leant her hand on the railing, careful not to slip.
- He leant on his cane, the only thing keeping him upright.
- The floorboards leant in the middle, making it difficult to walk.
- She leant on her umbrella, shielding herself from the rain.
- He leant over the fire, warming his hands.
- The boat leant to one side, making the passengers uneasy.
- She leant against the door jamb, waiting for him to come back.
Common Phases
1. She leant over to pick up the pen;2. He leant against the wall to rest;
3. They leant on each other for support;
4. The tree leant towards the house;
5. She leant back in her chair to relax;
6. The tower leant slightly to the left;
7. He leant to the side to avoid the swing.