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Meaning of lean in | Babel Free

Verb CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. To shift one's weight forward; to lean forward or towards something.
  2. To proactively take charge of a situation; to be bold in exerting one's will in a situation.
    figuratively
  3. To continue or strengthen a reaction in the face of criticism or disappointment; to redouble efforts despite setbacks and uncertainty from others.
    figuratively

Examples

“2011, Sheryl Sandberg, Forrestal Lecture at the United States Naval Academy. We need to find a way for women to not drop out, but to lean in to their careers and give them the flexibility they need to stay in the workforce.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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