lean on

verb

1. Alsolean upon to depend on for advice, support, etc
2. informal.
   to exert pressure on (someone), as by threats or intimidation

Example Sentences

“While Trump views his personal relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping as an avenue for negotiation, he will likely lean on Waltz and Rubio in fashioning a more aggressive, uncompromising policy towards China.”

From BBC

He was stooping as he leant on the front desk.

From BBC

The Lakers are going to have to lean on Hayes as Redick announced veteran Christian Wood is going to miss at least the next four weeks after experiencing soreness in his left knee.

From Los Angeles Times

He’s leaning on Herbert a bit more instead of run, run, run.

From Los Angeles Times

He’s leaning on Justin Herbert a bit more instead of run, run, run.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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• chastise
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• reprimand
• scold
• upbraid