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lie

Nội động từNgoại động từ
Số nhiều: liesQuá khứ: liedPhân từ 2: liedV-ing: lyingSo sánh hơn: nullSo sánh nhất: null

The word carries a sharp duality between physical stillness and moral deception. In its physical sense, it evokes a feeling of repose, stability, or passive existence, often suggesting a state of rest or a permanent geographic location. It is the opposite of standing or active movement. In its deceptive sense, the word implies a conscious intent to mislead. It carries a heavy negative connotation of dishonesty and betrayal. Because the two meanings are spelled identically but have different conjugation patterns, it is one of the most frequently confused words in English usage.

Ý nghĩa

Nội động từ
[someone]

To be in or move into a horizontal position on a surface.

"The cat likes to lie in the sun."

Ngoại động từ
[something]

To be situated in a specific place or direction.

"The small village lies at the foot of the mountain."

Nội động từ
[someone]

To make a statement that is known to be false.

"He tends to lie when he is nervous."

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