linger

verb5 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.3

Used as a phrasal verb to mean to continue to exist for longer than expected.

To continue to exist or be present, often when it is expected to have disappeared.

To remain or stay in a place for an extended period.

To remain or be remembered for all time.

To take a long time to do something, in order to enjoy it as much as possible, e.g., a meal or coffee.

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

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