1
as in suspension
a state of temporary inactivity
the resort community's social scene is lively during the summer but undergoes a deep quiescence during the long winter
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as in inertia
lack of action or activity
was struck by the elk's quiescence as it just stood there in the clearing
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Recent Examples of quiescence
Inside Philanthropy, a respected journal that covers the sector, published a story in June about the quiescence of philanthropy to Trump’s attacks on civil society.
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John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
The Antarctic midge, the continent’s sole native insect, was found to be the only organism to undergo both quiescence and obligate diapause.
—Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harpers Magazine, 18 June 2025
Although Schneider's exact date predictions may or may not come to pass, the pattern of the super-active phase followed by quiescence and dimming suggests that the nova is just around the corner.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Surviving Extreme Conditions No other insect is known to switch between quiescence and obligate diapause.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 8 Mar. 2025
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John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
The Antarctic midge, the continent’s sole native insect, was found to be the only organism to undergo both quiescence and obligate diapause.
—Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harpers Magazine, 18 June 2025
Although Schneider's exact date predictions may or may not come to pass, the pattern of the super-active phase followed by quiescence and dimming suggests that the nova is just around the corner.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Surviving Extreme Conditions No other insect is known to switch between quiescence and obligate diapause.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 8 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quiescence
Noun
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To be sure, the executive order was signed days after Disney pushed back against the White House’s pressure campaign and restored Jimmy Kimmel to the air after a brief suspension.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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Partly triggering his suspension was the government threatening to leverage its power over pending media deals.—
Darian Woods,
NPR,
29 Sep. 2025
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And by the inertia of ownership.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Character animations are slick, but reliable in their control and inertia — rarely leading to flubs caused by anything other than player error.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
27 Sep. 2025
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In a thriller, the suspense is built around a challenge posed to the protagonist — the last big score before retiring, being innocently accused of a crime or accidentally getting involved in something dangerous and deadly.—
Anders de la Motte,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
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In other words, suspense isn’t about surprise.—
JD Barker,
Rolling Stone,
25 Sep. 2025
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Yet, members of Congress continue to receive their salaries and benefits, insulated from the consequences of their inaction.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Every day of inaction brings us closer to a crisis.—
Tesfaye Negussie,
ABC News,
2 Oct. 2025
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The full list includes things like obesity, physical inactivity, and social isolation—but not sleep.—
Arianna Huffington,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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Luckily, their inactivity lasted only two-and-a-half years as each member gained a newfound appreciation for the band during its absence.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
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This hardy hibiscus blooms from summer through fall and is best pruned in late winter or early spring during dormancy before any leaves appear.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
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Plants shed their leaves and prepare for winter dormancy, giving way to new life.—
Malaka Gharib,
NPR,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Quiescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quiescence. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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