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Don't lie under it (4)

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I believe the answer is:

oath

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This could be a double definition.

'don't' is the first definition.
Both the definition and answer are singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'lie under it' is the second definition.
The definition and answer can be both related to communication as well as being singular nouns.
I also know that 'lie under' relates to this answer.

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(Other definitions for oath that I've seen before include "Solemn vow" , "Sworn promise" , "Curse or solemn word" , "Commitment to tell the truth" , "One sworn" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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