lean in

1. To shift one's weight forward; to lean forward or towards something.

2. (figuratively)To proactively take charge of a situation; to be bold in exerting one's will in a situation.

3. (figuratively)To continue or strengthen a reaction in the face of criticism or disappointment; to redouble efforts despite setbacks and uncertainty from others.

1. Tom leaned back in his chair.

   ruТом откинулся на спинку стула. — marafon

   deTom lehnte sich auf seinem Stuhl zurück. — Pfirsichbaeumchen

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2. Tom leaned forward in his chair.

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3. Tom leaned in for another kiss.

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4. Tom leaned in close for a better look.

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5. Tom leaned in close so he could hear better.

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irregular · Lesson

• lean onUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lean, on.
• lean inTo shift one's weight forward; to lean forward or towards something.
• lean intoUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lean, into.