lay on
Example Sentences
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Many lay on the bare pavements from the early morning to get a better spot.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
The first occurred on July 4, 1826, when the last members of a generation of fiery patriots lay on their deathbeds.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Hama lay on the outskirts of these cultural hubs.
From Science Daily • May 5, 2026
As I lay on the living room floor in pain, he flopped beside me and blinked slowly.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
He bathed in the fresh cold water at the river’s edge and lay on his back under the sun, trying to fathom the firmament.
From "Abel's Island" by William Steig
