How is the word s'appuyer translated from French to English

English translation
leaning
verb

Se pencher ou reposer contre quelque chose.

Bending or resting against something.

Examples with “s'appuyer”

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  • Il était appuyé contre le mur. — He was leaning against the wall.

  • Son penchant politique est bien connu. — His political leaning is well known.

  • Pourquoi t'appuies-tu sur mon bureau ? — Why are you leaning on my desk?

  • Elle a un net penchant pour la musique classique. — She has a strong leaning towards classical music.

  • Une échelle était appuyée contre la remise. — A ladder was leaning against the shed.

  • Le rapport montre-t-il un penchant pour un fournisseur en particulier ? — Does the report show any leaning towards one supplier?

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