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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lies up
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On some of my visits, Marsha dozes most of the time.—
Marc Silver,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2026 -
Rather, the protagonist dozes right through it.—
John Swansburg,
The Atlantic,
10 Oct. 2025
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The number of back-and-forth turns in an interview was one of the strongest predictors of getting an offer.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 June 2026
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Known for projects like Transparent and C’mon C’mon, Hoffmann is coming off turns in Netflix’s thriller series Eric, opposite Benedict Cumberbatch, and 20th’s Springsteen biopic Deliver Me from Nowhere, opposite Jeremy Allen White.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
2 June 2026
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The piano nobile, or art gallery, is the part available to rent, which sleeps six across three bedrooms.—
Ruchira Sharma,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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Now the puppy, Oreo, sleeps right next to Jaxson’s crib every night.—
Eliza Shapiro,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
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Beyond showcasing emerging artists, the season also nods to broader cultural themes.—
Miguel Sirgado,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
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Hence the name, which directly links to the brand’s signature Berenices handbag and nods to the same sculptural lines and suede-cum-supple leather construction.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
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Another medium-firm option that will deliver crucial neck support is Casper’s original pillow, which is great for all types of sleepers like our contributor Madeleine Luckel, who snoozes on both of her sides, her back, and stomach.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
26 Feb. 2026
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In it, Mario snoozes against a tree as a butterfly flutters by his head.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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