What does the phrasal verb “lie around” mean? Explore the meaning and usage of the phrasal verb “lie around“, illustrated with examples:
Definition
1. To be idle; to do nothing in particular and spend time lazily or aimlessly.
2. To be left somewhere instead of being put in the correct place; to be in an unknown place.
Example(s)
1. I spent the day lying around just watching TV.
2. They lay around the house all day just playing cards.
3. Why is that book lying around?
4. Where are my keys? I am sure they are lying around somewhere in the kitchen.
5. If I were you, I wouldn’t leave any cash lying around.
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