Idiom
lay low
Meanings
To avoid attention or notice, especially to avoid trouble or danger.
To remain quiet and inactive for a while in order to recover or wait for a better time to act.
Definition
To lay low means to stay hidden or avoid attention for a period of time.
If you lay low, you deliberately keep a low profile so people won’t notice you. You might do this to avoid trouble, escape criticism, or take a break from public attention. It often implies staying quiet, not going out much, and not sharing information about yourself.
Examples
- After the argument, I decided to lay low for a few days.
- The coach told him to lay low until the media stopped calling.
- If you lay low and don’t post online, this will blow over.
- They’re laying low while the investigation continues.
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