LEAN (TOWARD OR TOWARDS) Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

lean (toward or towards)

verb

Definition of lean (toward or towards)

as in to like

to show partiality toward I'm leaning toward sausage on our pizza tonight—we got pepperoni the last three times

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Russell likes to position the ponytail at the crown with the direction of the hair running parallel to the cheekbones.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026
Why people don’t like it Some residents are worried about how these sprawling energy farms will affect local soil, especially near farmland.

— AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of like

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Preventative measures Some prefer taking a softer security approach that starts in the classroom, with measures that focus on student supervision, threat assessment and management, and suicide prevention.

— Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
Some fans prefer when the game has fewer twists that disrupt the natural flow of alliances and power structures.

— Matt Minton, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of prefer

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For those looking to visually elongate a round face, Sánchez favors a side part over a center part.

— Laura Solla, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
The name of the game is an energetic wine list favoring biodynamic and natural wines, snacks, cocktails and… ice cream.

— The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026

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lean (toward or towards)

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