Pronunciation: /leɪ ɪn/
noun a period of time spent in bed, especially in the morning
A1 The cat likes to lay in the sun for hours.
A2 I found a comfortable lay in the park for a nap.
B1 The lay in the hammock was so relaxing after a long day.
B2 She enjoyed the lay in the luxurious hotel suite.
C1 The lay in the meadow was a perfect spot for a picnic.
C2 The cozy lay in the cabin by the lake was a peaceful retreat.
preposition to be located or situated in a particular place or position
A1 I like to lay in the sun at the beach.
A2 The cat likes to lay in the grass and watch the birds.
B1 After a long day at work, I just want to lay in bed and relax.
B2 During the weekend, I enjoy laying in the hammock and reading a book.
C1 She decided to lay in the bathtub and soak for a while.
C2 The doctor recommended that he lay in a reclined position to help with his back pain.
formal The key to success in business often lay in strategic planning and execution.
informal The secret to a delicious cake lay in using high-quality ingredients.
slang The real fun at the party lay in the after-party shenanigans.
figurative His true strength lay in his ability to remain calm under pressure.
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