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Verb Forms of Rest

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As stated in the answer above: Use this mnemonic – LAY – (pLAce) and LIE – (recLIne) to remind you of the correct use of these two words. If you LAY YOURSELF (direct object) in bed, you will be LYING in bed = If you PLACE YOURSELF in bed, you will be RECLINING in bed. The same rule applies to laying and lying.

Here’s why: The past tense form of lie is lay, so it’s indistinguishable from lay in the present tense except in usage. lie (present,) lay (past) and lain (past participle).

Remain hidden while preparing to attack, as in The opposition was quietly lying in wait for the incumbent to make his first big mistake. This expression originally alluded to physical attacks and is now often used figuratively. [Mid-1400s] Also see lay for.

The past tense of lie is lay. The past tense of lay is laid. Examples: Yesterday I lay on the beach and watched the waves.

Laying in bed forever may sound relaxing, but it can lead to serious health issues. Physically, most of your muscles and bones would break down in about six months to a year. You’d also be susceptible to nasty ulcers called bed sores.

If you lie in bed for a long time, there is no effective body weight and the muscles begin to atrophy. In reality, the muscles will decrease in size and strength to adapt to whatever stress they must work against. It is important to realize that physical activity stimulates your metabolic, or energy, system.

Your body is at work at all hours of the day and night. While you do burn calories while sleeping, it’s not a solid weight loss strategy.