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lay down life

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lay down one's life (for someone or something)

Fig. to sacrifice one's life for someone or something. Would you lay down your life for your country? There aren't many things for which I'd lay down my life.

See also: down, lay, life

lay down your life

(slightly formal)

to die I hope you will never be asked to lay down your lives for your principles.

See also: down, lay, life