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
Hama lay on the outskirts of these cultural hubs.
From Science Daily • May 5, 2026
It lay on the medieval spice route between Asia, the Middle East and Europe, and its strategic position made it a target for colonial occupation, most importantly by Italy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 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
Sleep eluded me that weekend, and by that Sunday night, long after everyone went to bed, I lay on my cot, sluggish and jumpy, with my covers tossed off.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
