linger
Example Sentences
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She hands the kit to Ray, then lingers on the doorstep.
From Literature
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Sales more than likely will be tamped down by selling days lost to the snowstorm, lingering store closures, supply-chain delays, and shoppers riding out the frigid temperatures at home.
From Barron's
However, losses could be limited by lingering trade and geopolitical tensions, which typically enhance the precious metal’s safe-haven appeal.
Victory sees England end Sri Lanka's 12-series unbeaten run on home soil in the 50-over format and eases any lingering concerns that they may have to go through qualifying to reach the 2027 World Cup.
From BBC
She goes out, but I linger for a moment.
From Literature
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.