hover
simple verb11 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.0
To be present but not actively involved, often waiting.
To wait or linger in the entrance of a room, often hesitantly.
hover nearby6.5
To remain in a position close by.
To wait or linger in a nervous or worried way.
To wait or linger in a hesitant or unsure way.
To linger in a threatening or dangerous way.
hover around7.0
To stay near someone or something.
hover near6.8
To stay close to something or someone.
hover by6.2
To stay next to or near something.
hover behind5.2
To stay in a position behind someone.
hover about4.8
To stay near someone or something.