Linger
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definition
verb
she lingered in the yard, enjoying the warm sunshine
stay in a place longer than necessary, typically because of a reluctance to leave.
example
we are thankful that she didn't 'linger' on and suffer
Six decades on, few of the legacies of the war and the independence of its former colony 'linger' on.
The odour does 'linger' on the breath; it even comes through the pores of the skin but, if we all ate garlic, it wouldn't matter.
the tradition seems to 'linger' on
It's best if you can stay and 'linger' in this World Heritage Area.
We see these types of trials 'linger' on for years as a method to win the case.
We never have a scene 'linger' beyond what is necessary to get the point across.
The cost of the debt will 'linger' on long after the World Cup has come and gone.
The stereotypes may seem rather weary, but they 'linger' on because, well, because they're still there.
He said it could 'linger' on for a long time unless both sides were willing to make peace.
She didn't 'linger' at the back of the pharmacy.
the tradition seems to 'linger' on
It may be more than four years ago now, but memories 'linger' on.
Women, children and an occasional man 'linger' in doorways to catch the elusive breeze.
Don't 'linger' in the doorway as it is considered rude.
she let her eyes 'linger' on him suggestively
But it doesn't 'linger' forever on past glories.
We all have certain silly tunes that 'linger' in our memory but defy identification.
As one magical day follows another, the sun seems to 'linger' longer over the yard arm.
You'll soon forget the bill, but the memory of the food will 'linger' on.
she let her eyes 'linger' on him suggestively
Many bad habits will 'linger' on and many good ones may disappear but at least the pattern will change a bit.
Ireland will be the richer as the memories 'linger' on, she told the thousands that had gathered.
We 'lingered' for a few minutes at merchant tents; Zane bought us both swords.
My gaze 'lingered' there a moment longer watching Doug when he turned around and smiled.
Saturday morning is spent 'lingering over' a massive three course breakfast (those tropical fruits make a fine salad, with just a dash of Cointreau to top up our levels).
Even after my mom had finished baking cookies, the smell still 'lingered' in the air when we walked inside.
One last question 'lingered' in my mind, and I had no reservations about blurting it out.
To prove it, he 'lingers over' the subtle details, no less carefully than the artist himself.
Questions 'lingered' in my mind, but I was hesitant to ask them.
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