linger
Example Sentences
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Like the locals, you might plan to go for a meal and linger the whole evening.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
Union representatives are warning that airport lines could linger for weeks as TSA agents stay off the job until they are paid.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
It may be a bit more of a struggle for some Irish Sea coasts where fog could linger into Saturday afternoon.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
I know it’s time for a spring refresh when the bustle of holiday and winter cooking starts to linger.
From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026
“The Sons of the Six don’t linger in the Kughushi District.”
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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