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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

However, Kluh said she theorizes the Aedes aegypti might not have completely gone into hibernation during the winter and were ready to pounce at the first sign of warm temperatures.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

Copperheads, and they are very active in the springtime after their long hibernation.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck




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