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Pronunciation:

[ hˈɒtbɛd], [ hˈɒtbɛd], [ h_ˈɒ_t_b_ɛ_d]

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How to use "Hotbed" in context?

When people think of a hotbed, they might imagine a place where a deadly virus is spreading rapidly. But a hotbed can also refer to a place where something else is growing rapidly, such as a plant or a microbial population. A hotbed can be a nurturing environment for the growth of something new, and it can also be a place where something old is thriving. Hotbeds can be biological, physical, or social. Biological hotbeds are places where germs or virus are growing, and physical hotbeds are places where temperatures are elevated. Social hotbeds are places where groups of people are interacting and exchanging information.

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