as in to sleep
to be in an inactive state
bears hibernating in their dens
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Recent Examples of hibernate
This the conclusion of research from University of Utah that suggests hibernating animals' superpowers could lie dormant within our own DNA and could potentially be unlocked to improve our health.
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Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
Here's how to make summer in Arizona feel less like survival mode, inspired by Redditors.
Become a morning person
Many of the responses suggested something along the lines of spending the early morning hours outside and hibernating indoors for the rest of the day.
—Olivia Rose, AZCentral.com, 15 July 2025
Contrary to popular myth, teachers do not hibernate in the summer.
—Michael Maguire, Boston Herald, 12 July 2025
The Russians have also described a version of the Joker FPV able to hibernate, going into a sleep mode for days or weeks before being activated.
—David Hambling, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
Here's how to make summer in Arizona feel less like survival mode, inspired by Redditors.
Become a morning person
Many of the responses suggested something along the lines of spending the early morning hours outside and hibernating indoors for the rest of the day.
—Olivia Rose, AZCentral.com, 15 July 2025
Contrary to popular myth, teachers do not hibernate in the summer.
—Michael Maguire, Boston Herald, 12 July 2025
The Russians have also described a version of the Joker FPV able to hibernate, going into a sleep mode for days or weeks before being activated.
—David Hambling, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hibernate
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Prior to menopause, perimenopause can cause hormone levels to fluctuate, leading to unpleasant symptoms including hot flashes and sleep problems.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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His younger daughter barely slept that night.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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Democrats have accused the administration of trying to make a national example of Dugan to chill judicial opposition to its deportation efforts.—
Scott Bauer,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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His recipe calls for muddling sweet Sun Gold tomatoes and fresh basil, plus a smidge of salt and sugar until juicy; then stirring in gin, vermouth, and ice until well-chilled.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
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With its announcement post, however, the social media platform has put those concerns to rest.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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Facing a three-run deficit against the Yankees’ rested bullpen, Houston scored six times and struck six hits against four relievers, taking the sort of at-bats that have been missing for so much of their inconsistent second half.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Most are more interested in diving than lounging at five-star resorts.—
Joe Sills,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The music producer celebrated his bachelor party with friends at Resorts World in Las Vegas, posting images on his Instagram Stories of fancy dinners out with the Vegas skyline in the back, along with lounging at a spa, eating caviar.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Still, that isn’t a factor when considering how hard and inspired the Broncos played in front of a ninth straight sellout crowd at Albertsons Stadium.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Sep. 2025
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Though his interests were that of a pretty typical child — computing and gaming, playing the saxophone, enjoying soccer and time with his pets — he was also known for his acts of kindness and generosity.—
Lauren Costantino
September 6,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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In yet another post showing the dog — which appears to be a miniature dachshund — dozing on a rug by a fireplace, Evans revealed that her name is Lala.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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Patrick Seymour, dozing in a Newcastle home, awoke to flames crawling up the outside walls.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2025
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“Hibernate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hibernate. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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