hover near

Frequency: 6.89.5 per million words

To stay close to something or someone.

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Examples (10)

  • She hovered near the front door, unsure whether to enter.
  • The helicopter continued to hover near the crash site, searching for survivors.
  • A flock of birds began to hover near the fisherman's boat, hoping for scraps.
  • He always seemed to hover near the snack table at parties.
  • Dark clouds hovered near the mountain peaks, threatening a storm.
  • The child hovered near his mother, clutching her hand tightly in the crowded market.
  • Prices for gasoline are expected to hover near record highs this summer.
  • The debate team captain would often hover near the moderator, ready to interject.
  • A tiny hummingbird hovered near the vibrant red flower, sipping its nectar.
  • The teacher noticed a few students hovering near the answer key during the exam.