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‘Laying’ vs. ‘Lying’—Here’s the Easiest Trick To Remember Which Word To Use

After all, is it 'laying in bed' or 'lying in bed'? There's no doubt about it—grammar can be tricky. Our language has rules that make sense, don’t make sense and then completely contradict each other.
San Diego Union-Tribune

Lederer on Language: The difference between ‘lie’ and ‘lay’ is a grave matter

DEAR RICHARD: Have you ever seen this tombstone?:Here lies (not “lays”)Billie Woody Robins ReedEnglish Teacher-Bill Plachy, San Marcos Your tombstone is a new one to me, and I am delighted to add it ...
Los Angeles Times

No “holiday closings” box, and lessons on “lay” vs. “lie”

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. What they lacked in size (a small box; a three-letter word) they made up ...
Traverse City Record-Eagle

On Language: To lie or to lay? Should we care?

English usage rules range from formal to non-standard. The top of that range applies to the correctness that is found in formal writing, such as legal briefs or ceremonial oratory, such as State of ...
Post-Bulletin

Jen's World: No lie. Lay down the grammar law

I avoid using the terms "lay," "lain," and "laid" in regular conversation. And when it comes to reclining in bed or on my overstuffed couch, I never, ever use the word "lie." Instead, I make a ...