Synonyms

lie with

Idioms

Be decided by, dependent on, or up to. For example, The choice of restaurant lies with you. Starting about 1300 this phrase meant “to have sexual intercourse with,” a usage that is now obsolete. [Late 1800s]

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lie with

Heavy responsibility will lie with loan signing Alejandro Garnacho, whose career has stagnated, while hopes are high for Brazil midfielder Joao Gomes, who was signed from Wolves for £38m.

From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026

"The responsibility for the safety of children and adolescents must first and foremost lie with those who design and manage digital platforms," EU lawmaker Sandro Ruotolo said in a statement.

From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026

The more plausible fix may lie with Congress.

From Slate ● Jul. 6, 2026

The error with any individual issue may lie with the insurer, the provider or the patient.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 22, 2026

By late afternoon, I lie with my head on Peeta’s lap, making a crown of flowers while he fiddles with my hair, claiming he’s practicing his knots.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins

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