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lingering

/ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋ/

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verb

To stay or remain in a place or situation, especially as if unwilling to depart or not easily able to do so; to loiter.

Examples :

"After the concert, many fans were lingering outside the venue, hoping to catch a glimpse of the band. "

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verb

To remain alive or existent although still proceeding toward death or extinction; to die gradually.

Examples :

"The old tree in our backyard, struck by lightning last summer, is still lingering, its branches bare and brittle. "

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verb

(often followed by on) To consider or contemplate for a period of time; to engage in analytic thinking or discussion.

Examples :

"The student was lingering on the difficult math problem, hoping to find a solution. "

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noun

An act of lingering or waiting.

Examples :

"The student's lingering by the door after class suggested they had a question for the teacher. "

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noun

That which lingers; a remnant.

Examples :

"After the construction crew finished building the new house, a lingering of sawdust and scraps remained on the lawn. "

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