lean forward and lean over

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What is the difference between "leaned forward" and "leaned over"?
 
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You lean forward to get a closer view of your computer screen.

You lean over a fence to see what's on the other side.
 
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Leaning over backwards or sideways isn't "leaning forward".
 
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