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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Lie Dormant.
Lie Dormant - as a verb
Be inactive, as if asleep
Example: "His work lay dormant for many years"
Example Sentences
"The virus can lie dormant in the body for years."
"During winter, many plants lie dormant until spring."
"His talents lie dormant, waiting to be unleashed."
"The project may lie dormant until funding becomes available."
"The old memories lie dormant in the back of my mind."