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hibernation

[hahy-ber-ney-shuhn] / ˌhaɪ bərˈneɪ ʃən /








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This year forecasts for nuts and other food are better, but as the animals have emerged from winter hibernation there have also been record numbers of sightings, according to local media.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Trust me when I say that this pasta is the perfect meal to end a dreary, months-long hibernation and welcome spring with open arms.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

Typically, the invasive mosquitoes go into a type of hibernation every year.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

It turns out that hibernation season is a great time to get some work done.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

“Maybe we should go into hibernation for a time.”

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai




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