The tarp lays flat on the ground. vs The tarp lies flat on the ground.

Both phrases are correct, but they have different meanings. 'The tarp lays flat on the ground.' implies that someone or something is placing the tarp flat on the ground, while 'The tarp lies flat on the ground.' means that the tarp is in a flat position on the ground. The choice between 'lays' and 'lies' depends on whether you are referring to an action being done or the state of being.

Last updated: April 06, 2024 • 6122 views

The tarp lays flat on the ground.

This phrase is correct when referring to an action of placing the tarp flat on the ground.

Use 'lays' when you want to indicate that someone or something is actively placing the tarp flat on the ground.

Examples:

She lays the tarp flat on the ground before securing it with stakes.
The workers lay the tarp flat on the ground to protect the grass.

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The tarp lays flat on the ground.
You must lay flat and kiss the cross.
You've got 25 seconds to lay flat on your backs.
You must lay flat and kiss the cross.
Set the torch down and lay flat on your stomach.
Open up the garment with WS out and lay flat.
You must lay flat, kiss the cross.
This expression also includes sausage casings and other lay-flat tubing.
Ensure CENTER FRONT and CENTER BACK seam allowances lay flat on alternate sides to avoid bulk.
You will get the best result when the rings lay flat on the cooking surface.
The SHB9850NC headphones fold up or can lay flat to help fit them into bags.
Or no of repetitions you need to make the carpet lay flat.
Next to the fire, a man's body lay flat on the ground.
If I lay flat on my back, I die.
That's all I had to go without a contraction to be able to lay flat.
Micro-irrigation drip system using low-flow rate lay-flat hose, suitable for field irrigation (melons, watermelons, tomatoes, etc.).
Ma'am, please come over here, kneel down, and lay flat on your stomach.
Flatten the seam by hand so the SLOT BINDING lays flat on the WRONG SIDE.
Enhancements to the devices include: Integrated in-line Xerox SquareFold Trimmer Module - produces square-spine booklets that lay flat for a professional look.
Lay-Flat function offers a stable work space for field repairs
It is a specialist in system solutions for producing lay-flat photo books and other high-quality on-demand products in the printing industry.

Alternatives:

the tarp is laid flat on the ground.
the tarp is placed flat on the ground.
the tarp is positioned flat on the ground.
the tarp is set flat on the ground.
the tarp is arranged flat on the ground.

The tarp lies flat on the ground.

This phrase is correct when referring to the state of the tarp being flat on the ground.

Use 'lies' when you want to indicate that the tarp is in a flat position on the ground.

Examples:

The tarp lies flat on the ground, covering the equipment.
After the storm, the tarp lies flat on the ground, soaked with rain.

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The tarp lies flat on the ground.
It lies flat like that to make it comfortable for pollinators.
Resilient covering for all high traffic areas Weather proof Lies flat
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Now there's a baby duck paddling around on the tarp.
Yesterday the tarp was rolled up and draped over the side.
Well, the tarp making a rare appearance here at Petco.
That would have the carpet fibers we found on the tarp.
I'm thinking that poster was wrapped inside the tarp before his body.
We also found polyurethane coating in the prints on the tarp.
The tarp looked funny to me.
Get in and pull the tarp over you.
I don't think we need to fear the tarps.
We'll float the tarp over the building in under an hour.
I hear you were happy about the tarp for a second.
In the meantime, we can use the tarp for shelter.
The tarp in which he was wrapped was nearly watertight.
Please help me with the tarp.
Now, look under the tarp.
Let's see what you got under the tarp.

Alternatives:

the tarp is flat on the ground.
the tarp is placed flat on the ground.
the tarp is positioned flat on the ground.
the tarp is set flat on the ground.
the tarp is arranged flat on the ground.

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