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The shape of the mould limits the ability to stir the mixture, so the freezing process is typically done "quiescently", meaning at rest.

From Salon • Jul. 25, 2023

It did not behave the way that other pathogenic yeasts do, living quiescently in someone's gut and surging out into their blood or onto mucous membranes when their immune system shifted out of balance.

From Scientific American • May 18, 2021

How long can they quiescently endure a revolving-door nightmare?

From Seattle Times • May 31, 2020

Have a quiescently frozen treat made by people right here at home, working hard with their families while supporting local agriculture, too.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 23, 2016

The child was lifted to Odalie's arms—the cat strapped pappoose-wise to Josephine's back and accommodating itself quiescently to the situation.

From The Story of Old Fort Loudon by Murfree, Mary Noailles