laying down
Example Sentences
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They constructed a nest on the north side of the lake, laying down a foundation for a lineage that endures today.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026
On paper, it sounds like infrastructure-building, an ambitious laying down of the gauntlet.
From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026
Mr. Lotoro is in awe of these composers in adversity: “Those who produced music in captivity were laying down a testament. These musicians were repairing a broken world.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026
The announcement earlier this month that Colombian government officials had reached an agreement with the Clan del Golfo for the group to start taking steps towards laying down their arms was a win for Petro.
From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025
“What the devil do you mean?” he said, staring at me, laying down his spoon.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
