Lie and Straddle

Lie

Lie verb - To make a statement one knows to be untrue.

Straddle and lie are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Straddle" instead a verb "Lie".

Nearby Word: lied

Straddle

Straddle verb - Sit or stand astride of.
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Synonyms for Straddle

Lie and straddle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lie" instead a verb "Straddle".

Nearby Words: straddled, straddling

Both words in one sentence

  • Film / King Kong (1976) Covers Always Lie: As seen in the poster Kong is big enough to straddle the twin towers of the World Trade Center and crush an F-16 in one hand.
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