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lying

[lahy-ing] / ˈlaɪ ɪŋ /


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But ICE has provided no proof, and in Araujo’s case, eyewitnesses say the agency is lying about what happened.

From Slate Jul. 14, 2026

A burnt guitar and effects pedal board were lying on the pavement outside the bar on Monday, with flowers left on a partially melted electric keyboard.

From Barron's Jul. 13, 2026

“There is no need to leave it lying on the beach.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 9, 2026

The video also shows other men lying face down -- presumably two workers -- and a relative who worked with them.

From Barron's Jul. 9, 2026

He found an old corn cob lying by the side of the road and started playing with it.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls




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