The distinction between "lay" and "lie" continues to fade. Almost without exception, people say "I laid on the couch." They never seem to say "I lay on the couch." Plus, people usually throw in the ...

English usage rules range from formal to non-standard. The top of that range applies to the correctness that is found in formal writing, such as legal briefs or ceremonial oratory, such as State of ...

I avoid using the terms "lay," "lain," and "laid" in regular conversation. And when it comes to reclining in bed or on my overstuffed couch, I never, ever use the word "lie." Instead, I make a ...