lays out

VERB

spend money

Synonyms

WEAK

disburse expend give invest lend outlay pay put out put up shell out

Antonyms

WEAK

hoard neglect save

VERB

design, plan

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrange chart outline

WEAK

diagram display exhibit map set out spread out

Antonyms

WEAK

hoard neglect save

Example Sentences

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The charter network’s founder lays out her philosophy of education.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

The bear-case scenario of the S&P 500 falling to 5,900 is predicated on hot inflation forcing hikes as Warsh lays out plans to reduce the size of the central-bank’s balance sheet.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

In his presentations, which typically are before small groups of 10 to 20 people considering a move, Stephens lays out how Florida taxes its residents against other states.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

In 2024, she released her first song in 50 years, “Why,” which lays out her fears for the world.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

I mumble something about needing to go to the bathroom and slide out of the booth as Jen lays out clean plates and forks and tops up our water glasses.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam