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lie in

[lahy-in] / ˈlaɪˌɪn /
VERB
demonstrate
Synonyms
STRONGEST
object protest
STRONG
fast march parade picket rally strike
WEAK
action for a cause manifest march on say no to sit in stage a walkout walkout
NOUN
demonstration
Synonyms
STRONGEST
parade protest sit-in strike walkout
STRONG
fast lie-in march picket rally teach-in
WEAK
love-in mass lobby peace march picket line

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Researchers believe the explanation may lie in environmental exposure, particularly pesticides used in agriculture.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

China’s interests also lie in ensuring military defense capabilities.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

The solution to this problem may lie in the notion of seamful design.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

The merger’s origins lie in a casual catch-up between two college friends: Jonathan Toretta, a veteran energy banker now at TAE, and Kevin McGurn, a Trump Media adviser and CEO of Yorkville Acquisition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

What a luxury to lie in until 7:00 A.M.

From "My Life with the Chimpanzees" by Jane Goodall