Idioms

lay (something) on the line
to speak directly and firmly about something
The librarian had to lay it on the line and tell everyone not to bring drinks into the library.

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  • lay (something) to rest
  • lay an egg
  • lay away (something) or lay (something) away
  • lay down one's life (for someone or something)
  • lay down the law
  • lay eyes on (someone or something)
  • lay hold of (something)
  • lay in (something) or lay (something) in
  • lay it on thick
  • lay low
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  • run low on (something)
  • shy away from (someone or something)
  • on the go
  • fill the bill
  • pile up
  • come off
  • tough it out
  • go haywire
  • pipe up


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