What is another word for lie torpid for the winter?
Pronunciation: [lˈa͡ɪ tˈɔːpɪd fəðə wˈɪntə] (IPA) 
"Lie torpid for the winter" is a phrase that refers to the state of being dormant or inactive during the winter season. While this phrase is commonly used to describe how some animals such as bears, snakes, and hedgehogs hibernate during the cold winter months, there are other ways to convey this idea. Some synonyms for "lie torpid for the winter" include hunker down, take a hiatus, go dormant, enter a state of lethargy, become quiescent, or go into a sleep-like state. These synonyms can be used to describe a range of behaviors including plants and ecosystems that go dormant during the winter season.
