as in to sleep
to be in an inactive state
bears hibernating in their dens
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Sandy doesn’t get as many opportunities as her pals to be completely outrageous, but her furious desire to hibernate (which is constantly interrupted by Patrick and SpongeBob) takes center stage in this bonkers episode.
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Barry Levitt, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2024
Videos of alligators poking their snouts through patches of ice in bodies of water have caused an online frenzy as people wonder if the animals are dead or hibernating.
—Ryan Maxin, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Jan. 2024
In their native East Asian habitats, the insects hibernate through the winter in the nooks and crannies of natural structures like cliffs, Liesch.
—Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2024
Stay clear of caves and hibernating animals Game and Fish recommends people don't go into caves because there could be hibernating animals in them.
—Zach Bradshaw, The Arizona Republic, 23 Oct. 2024
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Barry Levitt, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2024
Videos of alligators poking their snouts through patches of ice in bodies of water have caused an online frenzy as people wonder if the animals are dead or hibernating.
—Ryan Maxin, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Jan. 2024
In their native East Asian habitats, the insects hibernate through the winter in the nooks and crannies of natural structures like cliffs, Liesch.
—Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2024
Stay clear of caves and hibernating animals Game and Fish recommends people don't go into caves because there could be hibernating animals in them.
—Zach Bradshaw, The Arizona Republic, 23 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hibernate
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Standard variations on the 650’s interior allow seating for up to 19 and sleeping for 10 in as many as four living areas as well as a galley and two lavatories.J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 18 Dec. 2024
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The hotel is now open for guests to experience the unique sensation of sleeping surrounded by world-class ice and snow art.Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Line the cake balls on a sheet tray or pan, and chill them in the freezer for 30 minutes or in a refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.Jessica Furniss, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
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Outdoor Refrigeration: Keep your beverages and ingredients perfectly chilled with Lynx’s reliable outdoor refrigerators.Advertorial, Orange County Register, 13 Dec. 2024
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However, there are still three more weeks left this season, and with Detroit defenders getting injured at an alarming rate, the Eagles or Vikings could wind up being the NFC team resting the first week of the playoffs while the Lions will have to fend off a wild-card foe.Austin Mock, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Coach Carlo Ancelotti has several selection choices to make regarding his team after their 3-3 draw with Rayo Vallecano on Saturday night, but he is expected to bring Vinícius Júnior back into the line-up after resting him for the La Liga game at the weekend.Sam Leveridge, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The Gym People leggings feature thick, stretchy fabric that’s great for workouts, lounging, or running errands.Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
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The four spend their leisurely days lounging by the pool, drinking cocktails and basking in the sun: a postcard ready image of what a multi-ethnic French family can look like.Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
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Popular on Variety The hour plays like a transitory modern version of an old-school Christmas variety special, with each of the guests prompted to loudly sing along to classic holiday tracks as well as their own biggest hits.Chris Willman, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
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The Braid, which for 17 years has featured Jewish stories through salons, play readings and more, now has a physical home on Ocean Boulevard in Santa Monica.Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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By late afternoon, Fernandez is dozing in his chair, mouth agape, hands clasped in his lap.Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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Captain Son Heung-min, deputising for Dominic Solanke as the striker, doubled the lead 11 minutes later by dispossessing the dozing Jordan Pickford and stroking home inside the box.Jack Pitt-Brooke, The Athletic, 24 Aug. 2024
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“Hibernate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hibernate. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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