(of something abstract) To reside or be found
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The state or quality of being untruthful
“My world came crashing down when I realized that the people I trusted were full of lies.”
A story or claim that is untrue
Deceptive and false talk or behavior
Language designed to be persuasive or impressive, but which is typically insincere or meaningless
To stay in the same place or condition
“An ancient tome would lie on the altar.”
To tell an untruth or falsehood
“You always start fidgeting and slurring your words whenever you lie.”
To be in, or to assume, a horizontal or resting position
“You'd best lie here on this bed until your wounds heal.”
To rest or sleep while lying down
“I've always got plenty of work to do, and I'd rather be getting on with that or taking the dog for a walk than lie in bed asleep.”
(of a place) To be situated in a specified position or direction
“Our destination would lie about twenty miles beyond the valley.”
(of something abstract) To reside or be found
“The reality would lie somewhere between the two extremes.”
To remain hidden or unseen
“Just lie low and try not to draw any attention to yourself.”
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