lie around

action behavior

The phrase "lie around" can describe either being idle or items being left untidily in various places.

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Definition

B1General

(informal)To spend time doing nothing or very little, often in a relaxed or lazy manner.

Example

On weekends, I just like to lie around and read books.
He spent the afternoon lying around the house.

B2General

(informal)To be left somewhere in an untidy or careless way, not put away properly.

Example

Don't leave your clothes lying around the room.
There were papers lying around on the desk.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "lie around":

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