lap

Example Sentences

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Upon arriving, the deputies found her holding Zayde in her lap.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

So far, Artemis II has flown human beings farther than anyone has ever traveled, doing a single lap around the moon before heading home and producing some stunning photos of celestial spheres in the process.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Your mom has dropped a big decision in your lap and you need to work with the tax specialist you hire to figure your way out.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Bearman was eliminated in Q1 with a suspected technical issue but even when he could get a lap in he didn't deliver on pace.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Rowan reached her chair, placed the round yellow cheeses on her lap, and backed swiftly away, holding his breath, trying not to look at her.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda