Families laid out blankets and enjoyed the show.

Meaning: Groups of related people put down soft cloths and happily watched the meteor shower.

Choice of Words: Families are groups of people related by blood or marriage. Laid means to put something down in a flat position. Blankets are soft, thick pieces of cloth used for warmth or comfort. Enjoyed means to find pleasure or satisfaction in something. Show is a performance or exhibition.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Families picnic on blankets in the grass.
• They built a fort out of blankets and pillows.
• They built a cozy fort out of blankets and pillows.
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• They built a fort out of blankets.
• Families enjoyed a winter picnic.
• Families enjoyed the simple pleasures of a day outdoors.
• Families enjoyed hot cocoa inside.
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• Families enjoyed a sunny day outdoors.