hibernating

verb

Definition of hibernatingnext
present participle of hibernate
as in sleeping
to be in an inactive state bears hibernating in their dens

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  1. resting
  2. lounging
  3. playing
Verb
  • During the winter months, your lawn is either growing slowly or resting in dormancy, depending on the climate in your region.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2025
  • But the infection typically does improve with resting, drinking fluids and over-the-counter medication.
    Christina Shaw, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of resting
Verb
  • The course proved to be a scenic one, as Connor also encountered some local wildlife, including a crocodile lounging by the water at the 13th hole and two antelopes locked in a playful antler battle near a sand trap.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The lookalike pair was later snapped lounging in the venue in ultra-glam outfits that were a change-up from their demure red carpet attire.
    Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of lounging
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  • Further factions emerge from there, as people start playing the game within the Squid Game, forming pockets of friendships and alliances, real and fake.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 26 Dec. 2024
  • The World Junior tournament is always good for some surprises; a couple of unexpected players emerging as top scorers or playing well in big moments, or a traditional top nation getting upset in the medal round.
    Corey Pronman, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of playing
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hibernates

hibernating

hibernation

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