Lie down or lay down: which verb to use
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Lie down is an intransitive verb meaning to recline or adopt a flat resting position. It never takes a direct object because no item is being moved. In contrast, lay down is a transitive verb meaning to set or place an object onto a surface. It always requires a direct object to complete the thought.
When the migraine started, Clara chose to lie down in a dark room.