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What term is used for a dormant volcano that has the potential to erupt again in the future?

dormant

[dawr-muhnt] / ˈdɔr mənt /


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The team was particularly focused on nuclear power, including efforts to streamline regulations and get small modular reactors built under a dormant Energy Department licensing program.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 9, 2026

In this case, the interaction helps awaken dormant satellite cells, allowing them to multiply, mature, and participate in repairing muscle fibers.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026

It also said Data Cymru failed to ensure the dormant test account was identified and removed, or updated to meet stronger password requirements.

From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026

So Hanawalt reactivated her dormant Facebook account and began scrolling through local horse sale groups.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026

But today the theater is lit and the stage lights are dormant.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy


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