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to lay down
[phrase form: lay]
01
estabelecer, definir
to officially state that something, such as a principle or rule must be obeyed
Exemplos
The police officer laid the law down to the teenagers, warning them of the consequences of their actions.
O policial estabeleceu a lei para os adolescentes, alertando-os sobre as consequências de suas ações.
02
render-se, depor as armas
to stop trying or fighting, and admit defeat
Exemplos
The pirate ship laid down its sails and surrendered to the navy.
O navio pirata arriou suas velas e se rendeu à marinha.
03
deitar-se, colocar
to intentionally fall off a motorcycle to avoid a collision
Exemplos
The rider laid the bike down to avoid hitting the car.
O piloto deitou a moto para evitar bater no carro.
04
deitar, largar
to stop holding or using something
Exemplos
The writer laid down her pen to think about her next chapter.
A escritora largou a caneta para pensar no próximo capítulo.
05
renunciar, deixar
to resign or retire from a job, responsibility, or position
Exemplos
The general laid his sword down after signing the peace treaty.
O general depôs sua espada após assinar o tratado de paz.
06
depositar, acumular
to gradually gather and store something
Exemplos
The bones lay down calcium for strength and support.
Os ossos depositam cálcio para força e suporte.
