lays down

verb

Definition of lays downnext
present tense third-person singular of lay down
1
as in enacts
to put into effect through legislative or authoritative action the city council promises to lay down new ordinances that will force dog walkers to clean up after their animals

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2
as in declares
to state clearly and strongly at the risk of their popularity, the parents laid down the rules for the party and wouldn't accept any arguments

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3
as in specifies
to give the rules about (something) clearly and exactly the supervisor laid down the procedure for a complaint of sexual harassment

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4
as in relinquishes
to give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress commanded the surrounded troops to lay down their weapons

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lays down
  1. declares
  2. specifies
  3. asserts
  4. defines
  5. renders
  6. announces
  7. delivers
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  • Even today, the Indian rupee note declares its value in 17 different languages.
    Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Lee has only issued one exoneration while in office, in which the governor declares that the applicant didn't commit the crime.
    JONATHAN MATTISE THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of declares
Verb
  • The Constitution specifies the power of the purse is vested in Congress.
    Doug Criscitello, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Moore and Harris signed a Memorandum of Understanding that specifies the franchise’s community and re-developmental responsibilities if the Commanders move to another property outside the state.
    Ben Standig, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of specifies
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  • The original complaint asserts class-action status is appropriate and sets out reasons to support that position.
    Penny Weaver, arkansasonline.com, 2 Jan. 2025
  • The team asserts that the temperature and humidity in the building have never breached their target parameters, and that’s with monitoring done in both summer and winter.
    Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of asserts
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  • Whether mentoring rising entrepreneurs or speaking at industry conferences, DJ's dedication to helping others achieve their goals defines his approach to business.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
  • The latest example defines Hartford in a way that exudes quality and travels well; very well, in fact.
    Bernard Kavaler, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of defines
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  • Don't rush the step of browning the pork in the skillet—this renders the fat and produces a lot of flavor that the slow cooker can't replicate.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025
  • That renders Sunday’s regular-season finale at the Arizona Cardinals (7-9) mostly moot, aside from draft position, which is currently 11th.
    Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of renders
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  • Frank Sweeney seems surprised by the rivals twist when host TJ Lavin announces it in the first teaser for the new season.
    Dana Rose Falcone, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
  • As Daniel announces a controversial plan to install a lavatory in the church, dividing his town, the cousin to Champton’s patron Bernard de Floures is found dead at the back of the church, stabbed in the neck with a pair of secateurs.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of announces
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  • Based on a recent week’s test, the AWD Sport Touring Hybrid delivers all the goods the CRV is known for.
    Josh Max, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In it, the singer-songwriter saunters in a polka-dot dress before the screen pans to a glamorous-looking Carey, who delivers a whistle note.
    Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of delivers
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