lay aside
phrasal verb
Pronunciation: /leɪ əˈsaɪd/
Definition
To put something away for future use or to temporarily ignore a feeling or opinion.
Examples
He managed to lay aside his pride and apologize for the misunderstanding.
The committee decided to lay aside the proposal until they had more funding.
She always tries to lay aside a small portion of her paycheck for emergencies.
How to Use lay aside
- lay aside [something] (phrasal verb)
- To store or ignore an object or abstract concept. — "He had to lay aside his personal feelings to make a fair decision."
- lay [something] aside (phrasal verb)
- The separable version of the phrasal verb, often used with objects. — "She laid her book aside and turned to greet her guests."
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