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How to pronounce lying in American English

“lying” pronunciation by American speakers

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“lying” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Is he lying then, or is he lying now?

    The Obama White House

  2. Was Secretary Blinken lying?

    State Department

  3. he was lying down-- lying on his bed with his, the bed was tilted.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

Words that sound like “lying”

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