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to lean on
[phrase form: lean]
01
contar com, apoiar-se em
to rely on someone or something for assistance, guidance, etc.
Transitive: to lean on sb
Exemplos
The inexperienced employee has leaned on their mentor for guidance and advice.
O funcionário inexperiente contou com seu mentor para orientação e conselhos.
02
pressionar, exercer pressão 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
Exemplos
In criminal organizations, members may lean on witnesses to prevent them from testifying.
Em organizações criminosas, os membros podem exercer pressão sobre testemunhas para impedi-las de testemunhar.
03
apoiar-se em, contar com
to rely on something, such as a wall, for physical support or stability
Transitive: to lean on a support structure
Exemplos
The elderly woman has leaned on her cane for years to help her walk.
A idosa tem se apoiado em sua bengala por anos para ajudá-la a andar.
