lay of the land

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Definitions of lay of the land words

noun lay of the land the general state or condition of affairs under consideration; the facts of a situation: We asked a few questions to get the lay of the land. 1
noun lay of the land the arrangement of the natural features of an area 0
noun lay of the land the existing state or disposition of affairs 0
noun lay of the land The physical characteristics of the terrain or surrounding natural environment. 0
noun lay of the land (Idiomatic) The trends, feelings, intentions, and other factors influencing a strategic, political, or social situation. 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 3% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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lay — to bring about or affect by lying (often used reflexively): to lie oneself out of a difficulty; accustomed to lying his way out of difficulties.
lie — Jonas, 1880–1940, U.S. painter, born in Norway.
orientation — the act or process of orienting.
picture — a visual representation of a person, object, or scene, as a painting, drawing, photograph, etc.: I carry a picture of my grandchild in my wallet.
how the land lies — the prevailing conditions or state of affairs

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