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
But don't hesitate, this deal won't hang around for long.
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George Yang, PC Magazine, 2 June 2026
The Angels trailed 3-2 in the seventh on Sunday, having done a nice job to hang around despite starter Jack Kochanowicz getting knocked out in the third inning.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 31 May 2026
Our Andrew Greif spoke with former Knicks players who played with his father, Rick, and remembered the young Brunson hanging around the team.
—Tim Rohan, NBC news, 27 May 2026
Warm temperatures, frequent rain, and shaded backyards create the perfect environment for algae growth—especially in the South, where humidity hangs around nearly all year.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 26 May 2026
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George Yang, PC Magazine, 2 June 2026
The Angels trailed 3-2 in the seventh on Sunday, having done a nice job to hang around despite starter Jack Kochanowicz getting knocked out in the third inning.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 31 May 2026
Our Andrew Greif spoke with former Knicks players who played with his father, Rick, and remembered the young Brunson hanging around the team.
—Tim Rohan, NBC news, 27 May 2026
Warm temperatures, frequent rain, and shaded backyards create the perfect environment for algae growth—especially in the South, where humidity hangs around nearly all year.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hang around
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When the full-scale war started, the three youngest boys were evacuated to a children’s home in Modica, Sicily, where two, who are still minors, remain; the third now lives on his own in Italy, Ivan said.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Shared by Iran's semiofficial Tasnim news agency, the pictures show that the rooves of the facilities have collapsed although the walls remain intact.—
Sarah Dean,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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The board during Thursday's meeting also voted to file Friday's emergency appeal to stay that earlier ruling.—
Emma Nicholson,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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And so, by and large, people – who stayed despite the temporary change in plans – watched the game on their phones.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The Padres remain on the fringe of the way-too-early playoff picture while waiting for Jackson Merrill, Xander Bogaerts and Machado to find their footing.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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My regular waiter, Ryan, always had a glass of orange juice waiting for me at breakfast; my cabin attendant Sabrine kept my fridge stocked with sparkling water; and bartender Dennis always had my cocktail ready to go for me following dinner.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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His only refuge was best friend Jamie Palamino (Amy Smart), who stuck around their hometown after Chris fled.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
10 Dec. 2025
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Hernandez acknowledges that budgets are tight for many attendees, but hopes people will stick around for the second half, when special anniversary screenings and panels are planned.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
10 Dec. 2025
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“Hang around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hang%20around. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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