laid
Произношение: [leɪd]
Контекст: «action»
(verb) to put something down in a flat position. For example, when you place a book on a table, you laid it down.
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She laid the blanket on the grass for the picnic.
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He didn't lay the toys on the floor; he left them in the box.
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Where did you lay your backpack when you got home?
Контекст: «positioning»
(verb) to set something in place for a purpose. Like when you lay down rules or plans; you are putting them into action.
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The teacher laid out the rules for the classroom before the lessons began.
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They didn't lay down any plans for the trip, so it was confusing.
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What strategy did you lay out for the project?
Контекст: «relationship»
(verb) to have sexual relations with someone. It means you are being intimate with a partner.
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They laid together on the beach and enjoyed the sunset.
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He didn't lay with anyone last summer because he was focused on his studies.
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Did they lay together during their vacation?
Контекст: «time»
(verb) to give birth to eggs or young. Often used in conversations about animals.
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The hen laid eggs every morning.
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The cat didn't lay any kittens this time.
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When did the turtle lay her eggs?