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lie in

[lahy-in] / ˈlaɪˌɪn /




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Part of the answer may lie in how Iran's leaders assess their position after months of conflict.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Khichuri’s beauty and widespread appeal lie in its versatility.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

New research suggests the answer may lie in an unexpected place: the liver.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

The gears that make free speech work lie in the democratization of creativity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

“He’s made a marvelous recovery. He refused to lie in bed and has been up on the wall helping out. You can’t keep a good Fieldmouse down, my dad always says.”

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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