verb (used with object) or adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

hibernating, estivating

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Example Sentences

Example:Some animals hibernate to survive the winter months.

Definition:Entering a state of inactivity and lowered metabolism in cold weather.

From hibernating

Example:Lizards and other reptiles estivate during the summer to avoid the heat.

Definition:Entering a state of dormancy during hot and dry periods.

From estivating