lying up

verb

present participle of lie up
as in dropping off

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  1. turning in
  2. sleeping
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  • Trump’s endorsing perspective toward Ukraine arrives at a time when global awareness is sensing the fortunes of war turning in Ukraine’s favor.
    — Ihor N. Stelmach, Hartford Courant, 19 July 2026
  • Therefore, by sending a low-voltage electrical pulse to either antenna, scientists can trick the cockroach into turning in the opposite direction, effectively allowing operators to steer the living robot via remote control.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 July 2026
Definition of turning in
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  • The monks emulated Buddha’s journey — walking barefoot, eating one meal a day, and sleeping under the stars.
    — Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 17 July 2026
  • Sleep accessories There are those of us who have become accustomed to certain amenities when sleeping, whether that is at a five-star hotel or a backcountry campsite.
    — Clay Abney, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026
Definition of sleeping
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