This Columbus Day, the Italian-American groups that traditionally lay a wreath at the base of the monument can lean it against a purple sofa in Mr. Nishi's ersatz living room.

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Mr. McLemore says he tries to run a lean operation, so it's against his instincts to make such large purchases.

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It takes some stamina to lean against the prevailing winds.

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