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linger Definition and Meaning in English (linger definition)

verb
Synonyms:loiterdallyremain
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Linger definition: To remain in a place or situation longer than is usual or expected, often due to a reluctance to depart.

Definitions of Linger

  1. 1verb

    To remain in a place or situation longer than is usual or expected, often due to a reluctance to depart.

  2. 2verb

    To continue to exist or be felt for a longer time than expected.

Example Sentences

casual

“She liked to linger in the bookstore, browsing the shelves for hours.”

casual

“The scent of her perfume lingered in the air long after she had left.”

casual

“Despite the rain, a few fans lingered outside the stadium, hoping to see their favorite player.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tenselingered
present participlelingering
agent nounlingerers
adverblingeringly

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Linger definition: To remain in a place or situation longer than is usual or expected, often due to a reluctance to depart.
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'Linger' translates to 'linger' in English. Linger definition: To remain in a place or situation longer than is usual or expected, often due to a reluctance to depart.
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