To be leaning as motion or state?

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I was wondering, when you say "He was leaning/leaning over", does it describe the state of being inclined or the motion of becoming inclined?

For example,"He was leaning over but I stopped him"?

score 3 · Answer 1 · answered Jun 24 '21 at 19:07

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The answer is yes. In other words, it could mean either. Especially if you include over, it can mean the act of leaning, which means leaning more and more (a greater angle).

answered Jun 24 '21 at 19:07

Drew

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thank yoy!So both "to be leaning/to be leaning over" could refer to the motion, but "over" emphasize the motion better? Am I right?? – Karl Jun 25 '21 at 19:41
Yes, I think so. – Drew Jun 26 '21 at 01:27

To be leaning as motion or state?

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