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What does lay in ashes mean?
To destroy utterly by burning.

How to pronounce lay in ashes

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “lay in ashes”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “lay in ashes” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.