as in to delay
to move or act slowly
since they were charging by the hour, the house painters lingered in finishing up their work
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Recent Examples of linger
The striking historical precedent does not sit well will some for the current market — especially considering the lingering risks.
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Sarah Min, CNBC, 2 June 2026
While there aren’t many major lingering season-ending injuries from last year to worry about for the Cowboys, there are still a handful of offseason surgeries that will be important to note.
—Nick Harris
june 1, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 June 2026
The vaccine works by training the immune system to identify and kill lingering cancer cells and later, any new cells that emerge.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 1 June 2026
Amtrak said later Monday the south tunnel was back up and running, but delays lingered at Newark's Penn Station.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 1 June 2026
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Sarah Min, CNBC, 2 June 2026
While there aren’t many major lingering season-ending injuries from last year to worry about for the Cowboys, there are still a handful of offseason surgeries that will be important to note.
—Nick Harris
june 1, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 June 2026
The vaccine works by training the immune system to identify and kill lingering cancer cells and later, any new cells that emerge.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 1 June 2026
Amtrak said later Monday the south tunnel was back up and running, but delays lingered at Newark's Penn Station.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for linger
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As instability rose, the administration reverted to strict state control, detaining opposition figures and journalists while delaying elections.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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Season 3 was delayed due to production issues, including, reportedly, co-creator Jason Sudeikis’ endless rewrites.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
30 May 2026
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For Paul, dragging long sheets of metal was intensive.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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The United States’ stockpiles of crude oil, gasoline and diesel are falling fast as the war with Iran drags on.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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At sunset, the city starts glowing around you while traffic crawls silently below.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
28 May 2026
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Rescuers say the best course of action is to drain the cave, so the five can crawl out.—
Kocha Olarn,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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Millions and millions of people tuned in to watch Johnny Carson poke fun at everyone, identify and support up-and-coming comics, entertain with clever and timeless skits, bring on musical guests and tell jokes.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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Even Parsons himself poked fun at such notions.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
1 June 2026
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On one particular muggy day, there had been only a few young men loitering outside before their swim.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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The goal is to reduce crime and loitering at stations through this initiative.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
29 May 2026
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Paris is one of those places people dream of visiting their whole lives, strolling along the Seine River, snacking on sumptuous pastries, and savoring the joie de vivre.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
31 May 2026
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Bibliophiles can stroll through exhibits showcasing library lore that highlights the enduring enchantment of books, along with the Book Fair offering various genres of books for sale, such as mystery, sci-fi, and romance.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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“Linger.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/linger. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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