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to lean on
[phrase form: lean]
01
contar con, apoyarse en
to rely on someone or something for assistance, guidance, etc.
Transitive: to lean on sb
Ejemplos
The company has leaned on its loyal customers for years.
La empresa ha dependido de sus clientes leales durante años.
The community had leaned on the local charity for help during the crisis.
La comunidad se había apoyado en la caridad local para obtener ayuda durante la crisis.
02
presionar, ejercer presión sobre
to use threats or pressure to control someone's actions or decisions
Transitive: to lean on sb
Ditransitive: to lean on sb to do sth
Ejemplos
The police leaned on the suspect until they confessed.
La policía presionó al sospechoso hasta que confesó.
The salesperson has leaned on the customer for weeks to close the deal.
El vendedor ha presionado al cliente durante semanas para cerrar el trato.
03
apoyarse en, recurrir a
to rely on something, such as a wall, for physical support or stability
Transitive: to lean on a support structure
Ejemplos
The tired hiker is leaning on his walking stick for support.
El excursionista cansado se apoya en su bastón para sostenerse.
I was so exhausted that I leaned on the wall to steady myself.
Estaba tan agotado que me apoyé en la pared para estabilizarme.
