Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lie (down)
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Particularly dangerous is that some of this language has been couched in religious terms, which turns political conflicts into identity ones that are far more difficult to resolve.—
Darren Kew,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025 -
With the most recent idea of a humanitarian corridor couched in the language of protecting Syrian minorities, Israel could be seeking a wider area under more explicit control.—
Mireille Rebeiz,
The Conversation,
9 Oct. 2025
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Sir, who is the woman sleeping on your shoulder?—
Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
13 Oct. 2025
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When the day calls for a relaxed, quick meal, don't sleep on Tower 7, which is right on the water and serves fresh, tasty Mexican food with a Baja flair.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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An adjustable bed frame allows sleepers to incline and recline the angle of their mattress.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
10 Oct. 2025
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All Qantas business-class seats recline into a fully flat bed and have direct aisle access.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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James, wearing a similar outfit as the last time, nods.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Oct. 2025
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Both Lorde and Bon Iver have received Grammy nods for album of the year in the past, and with Virgin and Sable, Fable as potential contenders this year, Stack may wind up on the shortlist for producer of the year, non-classical.—
Lyndsey Havens,
Billboard,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Lie (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lie%20%28down%29. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.
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