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dormancy

Pronunciation: [ˈdɔːrmənsi]

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Learn how to use dormancy in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “biological processes”

(noun) the state of being inactive or not growing for a period of time. This can happen with plants or animals, like when a bear sleeps during the winter.

Example

During winter, many plants go into dormancy to survive the cold.

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The seeds never entered dormancy and sprouted immediately.

Example

Why do some animals enter dormancy during the winter months?

Context: “psychology”

(noun) a period when a person is not actively thinking or doing much. Sometimes, we need a break, and our minds can feel asleep or inactive for a while.

Example

After a busy week, she enjoyed a few days of dormancy to recharge her mind.

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He felt no dormancy in his plans; he was always busy with work.

Example

Do you think some people need dormancy to stay mentally healthy?

How to pronounce dormancy

Pronunciation: [ˈdɔːrmənsi]

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