There are several lay byes along the highway for drivers to take a break.

There are several lay-byes along the highway for drivers to take a break.

I parked my car in the lay bye.

I put the item on lay-bye so I can pay for it later.

The lay clerks sing beautifully in the church choir.

The lay clerk sang beautifully during the church service.

The lay vicar sang beautifully during the church service.

The lay vicars sing in the church choir every Sunday.

The hen is laying an egg.

He lay doggo until the danger passed.