linger on something

Frequency: 6.55.5 per million words

To continue to look at, listen to, or think about something for a long time.

lingerVERB + PREPOSITION

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on

Examples (10)

  • The feelings of hurt and resentment lingered on for years.
  • Her eyes lingered on the stranger's face.
  • His thoughts lingered on the unsolved mystery throughout the day.
  • She let her gaze linger on the beautiful painting in the gallery.
  • A faint sense of unease lingered on after the strange encounter.
  • The scent of fresh-baked bread lingered on in the air.
  • He couldn't help but let his mind linger on the possibilities.
  • The camera lingered on the emotional farewell scene.
  • The sound of the distant church bells lingered on long after they stopped ringing.
  • Memories of their childhood adventures lingered on warmly in their hearts.