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linger

/'lɪŋɡər/

Synonyms of linger Antonyms of linger Examples of linger Usage of linger Parts of linger Definition that contains linger Words sounding like linger Explanation of linger

verb
take one's time; proceed slowly
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Similar:

dawdle

Opposite:

rush

type of:
move
verb
move to and fro
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"The shy student lingered in the corner"

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hover

type of:
waver hesitate waffle
verb
be about
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footle hang around lallygag loaf loiter lollygag lounge lurk mess about mill about mill around tarry

type of:
be
verb
leave slowly and hesitantly
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tarry

type of:
go forth go away leave
verb
remain present although waning or gradually dying
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"Her perfume lingered on"

type of:
remain stay persist

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