Lean on

Verb

Definitions

1.VerbUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lean,‎ on.

"They sat there leaning on their elbows."

2.VerbTo depend upon for support; to require assistance from.

3.VerbTo put pressure on; to attempt to compel a person to do something; to exert influence on.

"He didn't make a donation until some of his customers leaned on him."

4.VerbTo criticize or reprimand for the purpose of changing behavior.

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