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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lying (down)
sleeping
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Bed bugs typically stay within a few feet of their food source, which is usually sleeping people or pets.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026 -
There are some other features to keep in mind when considering a sleeping pad, air mattress or camping cot.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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“Lying (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lying%20%28down%29. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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