noun
a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
Synonyms
noun
Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968)
Synonyms
Trygve Lie
Trygve Halvden Lie
noun
position or manner in which something is situated
verb
be located or situated somewhere
Examples
- occupy a certain position
verb
be lying, be prostrate
Examples
- be in a horizontal position
- The sick man lay in bed all day
- the books are lying on the shelf
verb
originate (in)
Synonyms
Examples
- The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country
verb
be and remain in a particular state or condition
Examples
- lie dormant
verb
tell an untruth
Examples
- pretend with intent to deceive
- Don't lie to your parents
- She lied when she told me she was only 29
verb
have a place in relation to something else
Synonyms
Examples
- The fate of Bosnia lies in the hands of the West
- The responsibility rests with the Allies
verb
assume a reclining position
Synonyms
lie down
Examples
- lie down on the bed until you feel better