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inactive

[in-ak-tiv] / ɪnˈæk tɪv /


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He and a team of admins take the role seriously, evicting inactive members—and those who break the rules.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

The researchers observed that T cells, macrophages, and other immune cells near the tumors shifted from inactive or immune suppressing states into active cancer fighting cells.

From Science Daily Jul. 9, 2026

A person is classified as physically inactive if they do less than 30 minutes of moderate-intensity equivalent physical activity per week.

From BBC Jul. 2, 2026

Postal Service records and mismatches render a voter inactive and unable to vote until they provide adequate information.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 12, 2026

Some plates are large and comparatively inactive, others small but energetic.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson




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