Lay is often used where lie is considered standard, as in "I'm going to lay down for a quick nap." The use, which dates to the 14th century, troubled no one until the 18th, but since then, people who care …

1. To be decided by, dependent on, or up to: The choice lies with you. 2. Archaic To have sexual intercourse with.

A lie is an assertion that is believed to be false, typically used with the intention of deceiving or misleading someone. [1][2][3] The practice of communicating lies is called lying. A person who …

Perhaps ultimately, behind all the pursuit of geometry and base-figures, lies the idea that there are universal principles that underlie all phenomena and all cultures.

A lie is something that someone says or writes which they know is untrue. "Who else do you work for?"—"No one."—"That's a lie." I've had enough of your lies.

(of objects) to rest in a horizontal or flat position: The book lies on the table. to be or remain in a position or state of inactivity, subjection, restraint, concealment, etc.: to lie in ambush.

to speak falsely or utter untruth knowingly, as with intent to deceive. to express what is false; convey a false impression. to bring about or affect by lying (often used reflexively). to lie oneself out of a …