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Phrasal Verb - Lying Down

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

"Lying down" is a phrasal verb which means to recline, to rest or to place oneself, something or someone in a horizontal position. It can also be used figuratively to indicate submission, surrender or giving up.

Examples​

No.Example
1After a long day at work, I like to lie down on the couch and relax.
2The sick child was asked to lie down and rest.
3The sunbather lay down on the beach towel.
4The soldiers were ordered to lie down and surrender.
5The dog lay down next to its owner.
6The students were asked to lie down on the floor for a group exercise.
7The injured hiker was airlifted to the hospital where he had to lie down for several hours.
8The tired horse was allowed to lie down in the shade.
9The prisoners were forced to lie down on the cold floor.
10The detective asked the suspect to lie down on the bed and remove his shoes.

Phrasal Verb - lying in

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Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb lying in

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Definition​

  1. To rest or recline, especially in a bed or other comfortable place.
  2. To remain in a particular state or situation, often despite efforts to change it.
  3. To wait or bide one's time before taking action

Examples​

No.Example
1I'm going to lie in for an extra hour this morning.
2He refused to lie in about the mistake he made.
3The baby is lying in its crib, taking a nap.
4The suspect was lying in wait for the police to arrive.
5The company is lying in state after the sudden death of its CEO.
6She lied in the sun all day, getting a nice tan.
7The patient is lying in a coma, unable to speak.
8The students were lying in the grass, studying for their exams.
9The team was lying in second place, just behind their rivals.
10The novelist was lying in bed, trying to come up with a new idea.