as in remains
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 hangs around
The fancy special effects do not dispel the satisfying aroma of Saturday afternoon popcorn that hangs around the series, now in its second season.
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Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
At times, his social role will overlap with that of other weight-room regulars, not least of which is the gym grandpa, who hangs around and shoots the breeze and doles out tips on how to lift.
—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
But that means the expectations for at least one gold are here in their first chance, and will remain until that medal hangs around their necks.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 Feb. 2026
The palate leans on toffee, dark honey, orange peel, and a gentle rye spice that hangs around without dominating.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The risk that inflation hangs around is elevated since inflation expectations could be up, Adams said.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Then, Wes shows up with Jules Zoblonsky (John Ales), our resident creep who hangs around the scene, who not only put his hand up another hostess’s skirt, but also drugged Anna’s drink the night of her assault, as later confirmed by security camera footage.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
The risk that inflation hangs around is elevated since inflation expectations could be up, Adams said.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
At times, his social role will overlap with that of other weight-room regulars, not least of which is the gym grandpa, who hangs around and shoots the breeze and doles out tips on how to lift.
—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
But that means the expectations for at least one gold are here in their first chance, and will remain until that medal hangs around their necks.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 Feb. 2026
The palate leans on toffee, dark honey, orange peel, and a gentle rye spice that hangs around without dominating.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The risk that inflation hangs around is elevated since inflation expectations could be up, Adams said.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Then, Wes shows up with Jules Zoblonsky (John Ales), our resident creep who hangs around the scene, who not only put his hand up another hostess’s skirt, but also drugged Anna’s drink the night of her assault, as later confirmed by security camera footage.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
The risk that inflation hangs around is elevated since inflation expectations could be up, Adams said.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hangs around
Verb
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The spa Wellness remains high on the list of 1 Hotel Tokyo’s biggest draws.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
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Still, Iran -- now led by the son of the supreme leader killed in the war's opening salvo -- remains capable of missile and drone attacks.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Confirm addresses and times, and ask questions to verify assumptions, so each step lands on schedule and your reputation stays solid.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2026
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If anything leaks inside, the spill stays contained inside the bag, instead of soaking through to the rest of your luggage.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
15 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In the last week, that has shown up in the passenger security waits at airports across the country, including Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, which last fall employed about 1,200 officers.—
Charles Minshew,
AJC.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Finishing third in a tough District 25-5A, don’t be surprised if Liberty Hill sticks around in the Division II playoffs.—
Colby Gordon,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Mar. 2026
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But Fleck, of course, hopes the QB sticks around the U for his upperclassman years in 2027 and 2028.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
18 Mar. 2026
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