be inactive
Example Sentences
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Testing has shown those viral fragments to be inactive — neutralized by the pasteurization process.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2024
TPRX2 is thought to be inactive as a pseudogene, as an essential transcriptional activator in these initial phases of development.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 6, 2024
The Jets signed veteran Trevor Siemian to the practice squad Tuesday, but Saleh said he’ll be inactive for New York’s game against Kansas City on Sunday night as he acclimates himself.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 27, 2023
Some 25% of adults are currently deemed to be inactive in England, with more than 11 million doing less than 30 minutes of total activity in a week.
From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2023
We are often most intensely busy when we seem to be inactive.
From Under Sealed Orders by H. A. (Hiram Alfred) Cody
