The two leaders have laid the foundations of a new era.
The two leaders have laid the foundations of a new era.
English
lay
leɪ
Meaning: to put something down carefully in a flat position
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | lay |
| 3rd person singular present | lays |
| Present participle | laying |
| Past | laid |
| Will future | will lay |
| Going-to future | going to lay |
| Imperative negative | don't lay / do not lay |
Example sentences
Please lay the book on the table.
The technician is laying a new fiber-optic cable under the street.
The technician is laying a new fiber-optic cable under the street.
Wild salmon swim upstream to lay their eggs in freshwater.
Wild salmon swim upstream to lay their eggs in freshwater.
The fish swam upstream to lay their eggs.
The fish swam upstream to lay their eggs.
They are laying the groundwork for a new project.
They are laying the groundwork for a new project.
The pharaoh's body was laid to rest in a massive stone mausoleum.
The pharaoh's body was laid to rest in a massive stone mausoleum.
Usage Notes
Commonly used for placing objects horizontally. Not to be confused with 'lie' (intransitive).
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