Lay of the land
The features of an area of land or of an organization.We checked the lay of the land before we put up our tent at the camping site.
Lay low
To hide, to keep out of sight for a period of time.The man decided to lay low until his friend forgot that he had damaged his car.
Lay it on thick
To praise someone too much.My friend began to lay it on thick when I told him about my new job.
Lay/light into (something)
To do or eat something with much energy and enthusiasm.I laid into the steak as soon as the waiter brought it to the table.
Lay/light into (someone)
To attack someone with words.When I got to work this morning my boss laid/lit into me about my poor sales performance last month.
Lay in (something) lay (something) in
To store up a supply of something, to get and store something for future use.The farmer is trying to lay in as much food as possible before... Read more →
Lay hold of (something)
To get possession of something.If I can lay hold of some tools I will help you fix your toilet.
Laugh all the way to the bank
To make money in a way that other people think is impossible.I was laughing all the way to the bank with the money that I made from selling... Read more →
Late in the day
Far along in a project or activity.We received a new marketing plan but it was late in the day and we could not change our plans.
Late in life
When one is older.Some very great painters never started painting until late in life.