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lean in

verb

Definitions

  1. To shift one's weight forward

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

  2. To proactively take charge of a situation

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

    • 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.

  3. To continue or strengthen a reaction in the face of criticism or disappointment

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

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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA