lie
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On Wednesday, Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn said the blame should lie with the individual who committed the attack.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Part of the answer may lie in how Iran's leaders assess their position after months of conflict.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Leo XIV tossed away the diplomatic tact usually required of popes as he began a state visit to Spain on Saturday, revealing that his footballing loyalties lie with Real Madrid.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
But the bigger lie is Shirley presenting himself as a “journalist,” when he eschews basic responsibility to the facts.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026
I lie down under my covers and close my eyes, knowing full well that sleep, like peace, will elude me.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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