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LEAN FORWARD

lean forward: translation

adj.
Describes an object or experience that requires active, participatory involvement.
Example Citation:
"It's the difference between what is often called the 'lean forward' experience of the PC, versus the 'lean back' experience of television."
— Mitchell Kertzmann (interviewee), "The Nightly Business Report,"National Public Radio, November 30, 2000
Related Words:
multipath movie
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Category:
Technology (General)

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