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linger meaning and definition

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LINGER verb

Definition of linger (verb)

  1. remain present although waning or gradually dying
    • "Her perfume lingered on"
  2. be about
  3. leave slowly and hesitantly
  4. take one's time; proceed slowly
  5. move to and fro
    • "The shy student lingered in the corner"
    • synonyms: hover
Source: Princeton University Wordnet

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