lay on
Example Sentences
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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
Some lay on blankets or cloth, while others had nothing but the cold ground.
From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026
He breathed out, and ever so slowly pushed the door open, trying to catch a glimpse of what lay on the other side in case someone was waiting for them.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
