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What does lean on mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word lean on? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (figuratively) To depend upon for support; to require assistance from.
  2. To put pressure on; to attempt to compel a person to do something; to exert influence on.
  3. To criticize or reprimand for the purpose of changing behavior.
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Individuals in these acute situations often seek guidance from someone they can trust or lean on.
While I was washing up the coffee cups I felt a pair of arms encircle my waist and a head lean on my shoulder.
I have watched a cowherd lean on his staff, in silent waters that hide his worn feet.
The report was a window into our boy, in an environment where we are not readily to hand to lean on or put things aright or correct him.
The team hopes to lean on the ground game and keep pressure off its quarterbacks.
He's always ready with a shoulder to lean on and like Bessie he can be a calming influence.

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