laid up

past tense of lay up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for laid up
Verb
  • During a search warrant executed before Hemphill’s arrest, the dentist could not show detectives where the practice stored its Narcan, police wrote in the warrant.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
  • Individuals face criminal citations and prosecutions over living outside, and personal property that’s stored in public is frequently destroyed.
    Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Verb
  • Pricey things often end up stashed on shelves behind the checkout counter or in nearby glass cases.
    Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 14 July 2026
  • Now, while they can still be found in raids as rare loot for free, the coins will automatically be stashed in your TarCoin wallet, and added to your balance.
    Mike Stubbs, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
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“Laid up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laid%20up. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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