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linger
verb(lin-ger)
take one's time; proceed slowly
Synonyms: dawdle,
Antonyms: rush,
linger
verb(lin-ger)
move to and fro
Synonyms: hover,
Examples:
The shy student lingered in the corner.
linger
verb(lin-ger)
be about
Synonyms: footle, hang around, lallygag, loaf, loiter, lollygag, lounge, lurk, mess about, mill about, mill around, tarry,
linger
verb(lin-ger)
leave slowly and hesitantly
Synonyms: tarry,
linger
verb(lin-ger)
remain present although waning or gradually dying
Examples:
Her perfume lingered on.

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