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The acres parceled out for Stratos all lie on private, unzoned property, and the landowners there had already granted their blessing.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

LeCedre also questioned Hipolito about being “willing to lie to the officers,” and asked whether he’d be willing to lie on the stand.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Sovereignty and openness aren’t opposites; they lie on a continuum.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

He would walk for 10 minutes and then lie on his back, still attached to his rucksack, for 10 minutes.

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025

She looked away so her mom wouldn’t see the lie on her face, then excused herself and went into her room, closing the door behind her.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu




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