lie
Example Sentences
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The spoken introduction to “As You Lie There”—“I used to walk past your house / Every night I’d look up at your window”—is pure Shangri-Las.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
“The Boys of Dungeon Lane” begins with “As You Lie There,” his fond remembrances about a schoolboy crush.
From Salon • May 12, 2026
The 49-year-old, behind hits such as Whenever, Wherever and Hips Don't Lie, teased Dai Dai on Thursday as the anthem for this summer's tournament in the US, Mexico and Canada.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
"Atle Lie would've deserved it as well, he was the best skier this season, but that's part of slalom, that's part of sport," Meillard said.
From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026
“Gawaine, what are you doing? Lie down at once.”
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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