lies up

Definition of lies upnext
present tense third-person singular of lie up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lies up
Verb
  • Rather, the protagonist dozes right through it.
    John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • When the sport’s governing body standardized its current judging system at the Olympics 20 years ago, a quadruple jump — that’s four full turns in the air before landing — was barely a customary skill for male skaters.
    Robert Samuels, Washington Post, 10 Feb. 2026
  • And like the hairpin turns in the production all across the album, Jah-Monte approaches themes from different angles and pivots without breaking a sweat.
    Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • New York may be dubbed the city that never sleeps, but Los Angeles gives it a run for its money—at least during Grammys weekend.
    Kelsey Stewart, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2026
  • This inspired framing of the city that never sleeps serves as the tranquil backdrop of the spa, which offers a traditional Swedish sauna, hot stone massages, and Reiki therapy.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The kit features several special elements, including nods to two special years.
    Doug Roberson, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Ware, Dallas’ franchise leader in sacks, forced fumbles and tackles for loss, spent nine seasons with the Cowboys, earning seven Pro Bowl nods and four All-Pro selections.
    José Sánchez Córdova, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Another medium-firm option that will deliver crucial neck support is Casper’s original pillow, which is great for all types of sleepers like our contributor Madeleine Luckel, who snoozes on both of her sides, her back, and stomach.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
  • In it, Mario snoozes against a tree as a butterfly flutters by his head.
    Randall Colburn, EW.com, 14 Sep. 2025
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“Lies up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lies%20up. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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