lie up

verb

Definition of lie upnext
as in to drop off

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Recent Examples of lie up Clearly, our strengths lie up front. — Philipp Lahm, New York Times, 14 June 2026 In that environment, officers had every incentive to lie up the chain of command when reality on the ground did not match what leaders wanted to hear. — John Broich, The Conversation, 21 May 2026 The serene reception area and library-like lounge lie up a flight of steps; all-day dining and drinks happen at the MO Bar, at street level below the lobby. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026 Female tortoises typically lay up to 20 billiard-ball-sized eggs at a time, according to the Philadelphia Zoo. — Ayana Archie, NPR, 9 Apr. 2025 Very little tops Taormina, the home to ancient Greek ruins that lie up a majestic hill. — Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024 Salmon lay up to 5,000 eggs, with only about two surviving their entire life cycle. — Mathew Miranda, Sacramento Bee, 22 Apr. 2024 While the draining of reservoirs let loose heavy loads of sediment, there are also areas where piles of sand, gravel and clay lie up to 15 feet deep beside tributary streams. — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2024 In that time, female cicadas lay up to 400 eggs, which start in tress then drop to the ground and burrow in for their long wait. — USA TODAY, 25 Jan. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lie up
  1. sleep
  2. rest
  3. nod
  4. turn in
  5. nap
  6. doze
Verb
  • Certain antidepressants may also be prescribed to help manage cataplexy, sleep paralysis and hallucinations.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 8 July 2026
  • The findings reinforce the fact that even something that seems as harmless as sleeping for six hours a night instead of seven—roughly what the participants in this study did—has negative effects on the body.
    — Veronique Greenwood, Time, 8 July 2026
Definition of sleep
Verb
  • Raynaud, who was an All-Rookie Second Team selection last season, has been added to the roster after joining the team in Las Vegas, but the Kings chose to rest him Thursday.
    — Jason Anderson July 9, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
  • This style is designed to rest on the lip of a mug or teapot but may not be compatible with all cup sizes.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Definition of rest
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  • With its striking marble bar, exposed brick walls, and cozy booths, the setting nods to the building’s former life as the town pharmacy.
    — Brennan Long, Southern Living, 7 July 2026
  • Messi played a ball into the box that was deflected high into the air and was nodded down by one of his teammates.
    — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
Definition of nod
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  • Old and new De La Rosa turned in her orange and left her role as an official housewife after the second season in 2007.
    — Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 9 July 2026
  • Despite almost being cast in a film inspired by the biggest pop star on the planet at the time, Deschanel was still a relative newcomer, having received her best notices for her 2000 turn in Almost Famous.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 8 July 2026
Definition of turn in
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  • He was spotted napping and playing with traffic cones near Tasmania's capital, Hobart.
    — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • After training, players will generally nap but the staff continue.
    — Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 26 June 2026
Definition of nap
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  • Nothing etches itself in your heart quite like the memory of watching a pack of energetic African wild dogs frolicking, a lioness and her cubs dozing on the Kalahari with your own kids tucked in close.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 June 2026
  • Victor Nicholas ended up dozing with his head on her shoulder.
    — Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Definition of doze

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“Lie up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lie%20up. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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