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to lie in
[phrase form: lie]
01
to stay in bed longer than usual in the morning
Examples
I'm going to lie in on the weekends since I've been working so hard lately.
She often likes to lie in on Sundays and enjoy a leisurely breakfast.
02
originate (in)
03
to rest or go to bed in preparation for giving birth
Examples
The midwife advised her to lie in and rest to conserve energy for labor.
The expectant mother felt a surge of excitement as she lay in, knowing that her baby would soon be born.
