laid
Americanverb
verb
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- well-laid adjective
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Carley, from Harlech in Gwynedd, was seen walking in formation to the war memorial before a wreath was laid by another individual, and then saluted at the war memorial before marching away.
From BBC
He laid a blatant trap, with seven fielders back for him to bowl some gentle bouncers.
From BBC
Liverpool extended their unbeaten run to nine games, but yet again their problems were laid bare.
From BBC
Lens did not benefit from the one-man advantage until the start of the second half when they laid siege to the Toulouse goal.
From Barron's
A charity has laid on hot lunches for people struggling as temperatures plummet and the government warns of the effects of cold weather.
From BBC
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