Drain away and Lay down

Drain away verb - To grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually.

Lay down and drain away are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Lay down" instead a verb "Drain away".

Lay down verb - To put into effect through legislative or authoritative action.

Drain away and lay down are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Drain away" instead a verb "Lay down".