English · Phrasal verb Attested

lean into

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lean, into.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Tham khảo lean, into

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Where it’s used: Used American English

When we work a line with our thumbs we lean into it with our bodyweight.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To make an effort with; to work hard at; to show determination and perseverance.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

cố gắng với; làm việc chăm chỉ

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To embrace; to experience fully or respond to wholeheartedly.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

ôm lấy; trải nghiệm đầy đủ

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “lean into” mean?

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lean, into.

Is “lean into” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.