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  • present participle of lurk.
Definitions

lurking

ADJECTIVE
hiding out
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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But it is better to recognize, and reject, that deeper, more destabilizing attack on the very idea of law lurking beneath.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

Though Williamson’s guilty plea may seem like an ending to the saga, it shouldn’t be, because there’s still a lot lurking in the dark corners of this deal.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Many investors started to question whether there could be problems lurking after last year’s bankruptcies of auto-parts company First Brands and subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

England's Justin Rose and Australia's Jason Day are eight under, with Scheffler and Li Haotong lurking at seven under.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

I became aware of our malevolent waiter, lurking in the shadows, no doubt listening to this exchange with interest.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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