lean on
verb- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lean, on. · They sat there leaning on their elbows.
- To depend upon for support; to require assistance from.
- To 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.
- To criticize or reprimand for the purpose of changing behavior.
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You will have to lean on my arm—so—and walk slowly.
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