be inactive
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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 team’s news release noted that Clark would be inactive for the game, likely the reason for his not traveling.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 9, 2023
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
He could not be inactive; fervid, earnest, and aggressive, he must be ever doing.
From Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 2 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History by Horne, Charles F. (Charles Francis)
