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to lay on
[phrase form: lay]
01
to supply someone with something, particularly food or entertainment
Dialect
British
British
Examples
The hotel laid on a sumptuous breakfast buffet for its guests.
The government laid on a package of financial assistance for those affected by the natural disaster.
02
to burden someone with something difficult or unpleasant
Examples
The boss laid too much work on his employees, expecting them to work overtime every night.
The parent laid too much guilt on their child, making them feel bad about everything.
03
to repeatedly say something
Examples
The politician laid on the same talking points about the economy throughout the debate.
The salesperson laid the pressure on, trying to convince me to buy the product.
