as in to remain
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
if you hang around until my husband gets home, you can meet him
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Recent Examples of hang around
The set didn’t start until ten o’clock, so Nat was still hanging around as Nina and I were heading out for a bite nearby.
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James Marcus, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Purdue ran only one play in the fourth quarter with a chance to take the lead, but the Boilermakers hung around long enough to make Michigan uncomfortable.
—Austin Meek, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Carolina will hang around for a while for this one, but the Packers — a legitimate Super Bowl threat — have just too much firepower.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2025
This felt so natural, as if hanging around the studio with Jimmy Buffett was no big deal.
—Alex Ross, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
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James Marcus, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Purdue ran only one play in the fourth quarter with a chance to take the lead, but the Boilermakers hung around long enough to make Michigan uncomfortable.
—Austin Meek, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Carolina will hang around for a while for this one, but the Packers — a legitimate Super Bowl threat — have just too much firepower.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2025
This felt so natural, as if hanging around the studio with Jimmy Buffett was no big deal.
—Alex Ross, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hang around
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For many young women, the stiletto’s discomfort is part of the appeal, offering proof that effort and glamor remain in an age of casual sneakers.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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The quarterback situation remained dire.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The best beanies for women are quintessential cold-weather hats that strike a delicate balance between staying warm and looking polished, even when the weather is anything but fashion-friendly.—
Alison Syrett Cleary,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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Kenady Barrett had 14 points and eight assists for Poyen (15-0, 5-0 2A-8), which stayed unbeaten.—
Erick Taylor,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026
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Indiana’s defense didn’t wait long to make an impact.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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Unusually warm winter weather will stick around Kansas City through Wednesday, but umbrellas will be needed as widespread rain returns later this week, according to the National Weather Service.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2026
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But for those who stick around, a standout can work their way into the show’s core with surprising speed.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Hang around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hang%20around. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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