lie in

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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

Miller’s boss, the president of the United States, quickly echoed the lie in an interview.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

The masquerade’s origins lie in Greek religion and Roman festivals.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

"Nissan's fundamental challenges lie in the decline of product competitiveness in North America, the rapid decline in sales in China, and the damage to its brand power," said Tatsuo Yoshida, analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Magic lions are sent to kill delinquent debtors, and snakes the size of tractors can lie in wait for you in your fields.

From "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" by William Kamkwamba