Which of these statements is correct?
On/In
a. Lying in the bed
or
b. Lying on the bed
Against/On
a. Leaning against the wall
or
b. Leaning on the wall
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They are not statements, just phrases, and they could all be correct.
Someone is lying in [the] bed when they are under the covers as though ready for sleep. They are lying on the bed when they are lying down on top of the covers, or with the covers removed.
Something like a broom handle (or a person!), or something flat like a folding chair that has been folded, would be described as leaning against the wall of a room. Using on here wouldn't be wrong, but leaning on the wall suggests to me a person standing out of doors and resting their elbows on the top of a low wall.
answered Dec 6, 2023 at 14:41
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Right, in a nutshell. Let's see if you get the upvotes you deserve. I'm keeping track of correct answers that are not properly upvoted.– LambieCommented Dec 6, 2023 at 16:53