as in snails
someone who moves slowly or more slowly than others
he's known as a lingerer, always the last to arrive and the last to leave
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Recent Examples of lingerers
Nakamura designs for lingerers.
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Justin Davidson, Curbed, 1 Apr. 2026
Justin Davidson, Curbed, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lingerers
Noun
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Both the Desert Museum and the Phoenix Zoo have committed to taking in turtles, pupfish, and snails as needed.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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Firefly larvae feed on slugs and snails.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
Noun
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However, there often are a few stragglers that will need the energy your feeders provide to continue their journey.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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Your job is to sit back, watch, and prune away any stragglers that don't suit your vision.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
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“Lingerers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lingerers. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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