lingering

Example Sentences

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A lingering Achilles tendon injury has led Tuchel to manage his minutes carefully, but he is first choice.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

But these lingering queries are hardly the film’s worst feature.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

While spending by wealthier shoppers helps mask what’s going on for the bulk of consumers, there are lingering worries about the sector overall in the face of inflation, especially elevated fuel prices.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The average length of unemployment has been lingering near six months.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

The plan was for Hunt, Liddy, and the men from Miami to enjoy dinner in the rented room, lingering until late at night.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin