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A means of producing a greater result with less effort.
Examples
The mechanic used leverage to lift the heavy engine block.
The mechanic leveraged the bolt using a pipe for extra force.
Using a pipe as a lever gave the workers extra leverage to pry the door open.
She leveraged her contacts to land a speaking gig.
The diplomat's leverage helped de-escalate the conflict.
Similar words
exploit
pull
amplification
capitalize on
leveraged investment
borrowed capital
margin
raise
sway
gain
Meanings
Examples
The mechanic used leverage to lift the heavy engine block.
By applying leverage, the crew moved the stone onto the platform.
She increased leverage with a longer lever arm to raise the weight.
The simple machine demonstrates leverage when the fulcrum is placed near the load.
Using a pipe as a lever gave the workers extra leverage to pry the door open.
The physics teacher showed how leverage reduces the effort needed to lift a load.
A carpenter gains leverage by positioning the crowbar at an angle.
Similar words
mechanical advantage
force multiplier
lever effect
amplification
boost
gain
Examples
The CEO used leverage to secure a better contract for the company.
During the negotiation, she showed her leverage by threatening to walk away.
His political leverage grew after the election win.
The union gained leverage when the strike threatened production.
She relied on her personal leverage to influence the board's decision.
The diplomat's leverage helped de-escalate the conflict.
Having leverage in the market allowed the startup to attract investors.
Similar words
influence
clout
power
sway
bargaining chip
weight
Examples
The investor used high leverage to magnify the returns on the stock.
Banks limit leverage to protect borrowers from excessive risk.
A small company can achieve growth through financial leverage.
Regulators monitor leverage ratios to ensure market stability.
The fund's leverage increased after it borrowed additional capital.
Investors beware of leverage because it can amplify losses as well as gains.
The trader closed the position after the leverage became too costly.
Similar words
gearing
margin
borrowed capital
financial leverage
leveraged investment
debt financing
Examples
She leveraged her contacts to land a speaking gig.
The startup leveraged its technology to outpace competitors.
He leveraged the data to improve the marketing campaign.
The manager leveraged the team's expertise for the project.
They leveraged the brand's reputation to enter new markets.
By leveraging the partnership, the firm reduced costs.
The analyst leveraged the report to convince investors.
Similar words
utilize
exploit
employ
capitalize on
harnessmake use of
Examples
He leveraged the lid with a screwdriver to pry it open.
The mechanic leveraged the bolt using a pipe for extra force.
She leveraged the gate by placing a block under it.
They leveraged the heavy crate with a lever to move it.
Using a crowbar, he leveraged the stuck panel.
The crew leveraged the door by inserting a pry bar at the edge.
By leveraging the lever arm, the workers lifted the load with less effort.
Similar words
pry
force
pull
push
hoist
raise
FAQ
A means of producing a greater result with less effort.
What is the noun meaning of leverage in a physical context?
In the noun physical sense, leverage is the increase in force a lever provides when lifting or moving something.
What is the noun meaning of leverage in a social context?
In the noun social sense, leverage is the ability to affect decisions or actions to get a desired outcome.
What is the noun meaning of leverage in finance?
In the noun financial sense, leverage is the practice of using borrowed money to amplify the potential profit of an investment.
How is leverage used as a verb in business?
As a verb in business, leverage means to employ a resource, method, or influence to obtain a better result.
How is leverage used as a verb physically?
As a verb physically, leverage means to press or pull something by using a lever to increase the force applied.
What are the different forms of leverage?
The forms of leverage are leverages (third-person singular and plural noun), leveraged (past and past participle), and leveraging (gerund).
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