Synonyms

lie with

Idioms

Be decided by, dependent on, or up to. For example, The choice of restaurant lies with you. Starting about 1300 this phrase meant “to have sexual intercourse with,” a usage that is now obsolete. [Late 1800s]

Example Sentences

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But Lorriman says that, as a photographer, he is always acutely aware of the "news value" of any images he's taking - even if the decision to run them ultimately lies with editors.

From BBC

The 66-year-old believes the solution lies with England's on and off-field leaders bringing the team together, but also urged Borthwick to reconsider his decision to deploy Henry Pollock from the start.

From BBC

While the decision on intervention lies with Japan’s finance ministry, minutes from the BOJ’s meeting last month underline that the central bank is keeping a close eye on the yen.

From The Wall Street Journal

Mid Ulster District Council said the responsibility for managing pests on private property "lies with the owner or occupier".

From BBC

All that said, here’s the harsh truth: It’s extremely difficult to contest a will, and the burden of proof lies with your friend’s sister.

From MarketWatch

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