1The bacteria entered a quiescent state to survive the extreme environmental conditions.
2Is the quiescent phase of the cell cycle a necessary precursor to cellular differentiation?
3During the quiescent period, the volcano showed no signs of seismic activity.
4The quiescent condition of the patient's disease allowed for a temporary reprieve from treatment.
5There is ongoing debate among scientists about the role of quiescent stem cells in tissue regeneration and repair.