lies

Example Sentences

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And therein lies the challenge to reducing homelessness significantly: how and where to spend these dollars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The team’s main weakness lies in finishing, as Lyle Foster is their only striker, and if he doesn’t perform well, the South African side will suffer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

"Many of our roads are wearing out, the potholes are the symptom, and we've got to address what lies underneath that," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The truth almost assuredly lies in the middle.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

I explain everything—the tropical postcards, Mom’s mountain of lies, the garbage puzzle we failed to assemble.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller