1.   But over the past decade, microbiologists have discovered that many bacteria can enter a dormant state and cannot be coaxed to multiply on standard nutrients.

2.   By contrast, the tiny spores live in a dormant state.

3.   Fauci said the lymph nodes, where the virus remains during its so-called dormant state, appear virtually undamaged in long-term survivors.

4.   Given their size, it would be easiest to store them in a dormant state in an unheated garage.

5.   In general, they cannot thrive in the absence of high temperatures, quickly going into a dormant state if things cool down too much.

6.   Landscape experts say some trees and bushes that appear dead may be going into a dormant state and will revive when moisture returns.

7.   Most people exposed to tuberculosis are able to keep the disease at bay -- the bacteria remain in a dormant state in their lungs and never cause illness.

8.   The grass is in a dormant state.

9.   When treated, the bacillus retreats into a dormant state and the patient is no longer contagious.

10.   When you buy the tree it will be in a dormant state.