Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lie (down)
Verb
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One associate dean couched the misstep as a result of learning pains tied to the adoption of new technology.—
Emily Hodgson Anderson,
The Conversation,
25 Mar. 2026 -
And no matter what anyone does to look younger, Miller wants women to stop with the negative self-talk about aging that’s often couched in seemingly harmless jokes.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Sailors were treated for smoke inhalation and, according to multiple reports, the damage caused by the fire left hundreds of crew members sleeping on floors.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Its compact interior sleeps up to two people and starts at a relatively affordable price too.—
Adam Williams
March 26,
New Atlas,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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If a passenger’s seat does not recline and the person wishes to move locations, Whitmore suggested speaking with a flight attendant about available options.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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All rooms have a remote that will give patients the ability to watch TV, recline the bed, call their nurse and see details about their care on a nearby screen, including diagnosis information and the names of the nurses and doctors attending to them.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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As Foster sat down, his coach nodded in his direction.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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Swift smiled and nodded from her seat.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Lie (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lie%20%28down%29. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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