Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com

lingerer



Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Q. Lingerer loathing: My roommate and I have an issue we could use your help on.

From Slate • Aug. 19, 2019

In the Case of the Lone Lingerer, the lawyer didn’t convince him, either.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

"Lingerer," he said, "my brain is on fire with impatience; and you tarry so long!"

From Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 6 by Mabie, Hamilton Wright

From pursuing this policy he received the surname of Cunctator, or the Lingerer.

From A Smaller History of Rome by Smith, William, Sir

"Lingerer, depart; this is no place for idlers."

From Museum of Antiquity A Description of Ancient Life by Haines, T. L. (Thomas Louis)




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "lingerer" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com