100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "lay"

Definition

The verb lay means to put or place something down in a flat or horizontal position. It can also refer to the act of setting something down gently or carefully.

Synonyms

• Place
• Set
• Put
• Position
• Arrange
• Deposit
• Install
• Situate

Antonyms

• Raise
• Lift
• Elevate
• Hoist
• Remove
• Take

Examples

1. She will lay the book on the table.
2. Please lay your coat on the chair.
3. He decided to lay the groundwork for his new project.
4. They will lay the foundation for the new building next week.
5. The cat likes to lay in the sun.
6. I always lay my keys in the same spot.
7. She needs to lay out her clothes for tomorrow.
8. He will lay the cards on the table for everyone to see.
9. The workers will lay the tiles in the kitchen.
10. Don’t forget to lay the baby down for a nap.
11. She laid the flowers gently on the grave.
12. You need to lay the rules clearly before the game starts.
13. He will lay down his sword and surrender.
14. They decided to lay off some employees due to budget cuts.
15. She likes to lay the blanket out for a picnic.
16. He will lay the blame on the weather for the delay.
17. The dog loves to lay by the fireplace.
18. She will lay the table for dinner.
19. He was told to lay off the junk food.
20. I always lay my phone on the counter when I get home.
21. She decided to lay low for a while after the incident.
22. He laid the groundwork for his future success.
23. They laid the finishing touches on the project.
24. I will lay out the options for you to choose from.
25. He likes to lay bricks for fun on weekends.
26. She laid her head on his shoulder.
27. You need to lay the documents on my desk.
28. The chef will lay the ingredients out before cooking.
29. He will lay his thoughts out clearly in the meeting.
30. She plans to lay the first stone of the new monument.
31. They laid the carpet in the living room.
32. I need to lay down some rules for the project.
33. He will lay claim to his inheritance.
34. The teacher asked the students to lay their papers on her desk.
35. She will lay the groundwork for her thesis next semester.
36. He loves to lay out all his toys before playing.
37. Don’t lay your worries on me.
38. They will lay the blame on the faulty equipment.
39. She likes to lay her hair down after a long day.
40. He will lay the tablecloth before the guests arrive.
41. She plans to lay the foundation for a new garden.
42. He needs to lay out a plan for his trip.
43. They will lay the tracks for the new train line soon.
44. I prefer to lay down on the couch when I watch TV.
45. She will lay the groundwork for a better future.
46. He decided to lay aside his differences and make peace.
47. Don’t forget to lay the bricks carefully so they don’t crack.
48. I will lay my thoughts out in a letter.
49. She plans to lay the seeds in the spring.
50. They will lay the flowers on the altar.
51. He likes to lay in bed and read on weekends.
52. She will lay the evidence on the table during the trial.
53. They need to lay the framework for the new policy.
54. I always lay my worries aside when I meditate.
55. He will lay his heart on the line for her.
56. She wants to lay the foundation for her career.
57. They plan to lay the new pavement next month.
58. He decided to lay his thoughts bare during the discussion.
59. She will lay the groundwork for the upcoming event.
60. He prefers to lay out his ideas before starting a project.
61. They decided to lay low until the situation calms down.
62. I will lay my schedule out for you to see.
63. She likes to lay the blame on others when things go wrong.
64. He will lay the final brick in the wall.
65. She laid her trust in her best friend.
66. I want to lay down some ground rules for the team.
67. They need to lay the cards on the table and be honest.
68. She plans to lay her thoughts out in a blog post.
69. He will lay the groundwork for a successful campaign.
70. She likes to lay on the grass and watch the clouds.
71. They laid their plans for the future over dinner.
72. I need to lay my ideas out before the committee.
73. He will lay the paint on thick for the art project.
74. She wants to lay the foundation for her new business.
75. They will lay the new furniture out in the living room.
76. He decided to lay his cards on the table and speak the truth.
77. She will lay the framework for her research.
78. I prefer to lay out my workout clothes the night before.
79. They will lay the new path in the garden soon.
80. She laid her dreams aside for a while.
81. He plans to lay the groundwork for a new initiative.
82. They need to lay the budget out for review.
83. I like to lay my ideas out in a mind map.
84. She will lay the foundation for her new project next week.
85. He will lay the responsibility at her feet.
86. They laid their differences aside for the sake of peace.
87. I will lay the groundwork for the new proposal.
88. She needs to lay her fears to rest.
89. He will lay the flower pot on the windowsill.
90. They will lay the groundwork for a new collaboration.
91. I like to lay down and listen to music.
92. She will lay her life on the line for her beliefs.
93. He plans to lay the tiles in the bathroom soon.
94. They need to lay down the law regarding the new policies.
95. She will lay her trust in the community.
96. He likes to lay out his goals for the year.
97. They laid the first stone of the new building yesterday.
98. I will lay my plans out for everyone to see.
99. She wants to lay the framework for a better tomorrow.
100. He decided to lay his fears aside and take the leap.