linger

US /ˈlɪŋ.ɡɚ/
UK /ˈlɪŋ.ɡɚ/
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1.

stay in a place longer than necessary because of a reluctance to leave

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She lingered in the doorway, unwilling to go.
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The scent of her perfume still lingered in the air.
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2.

spend a long time over (something)

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He lingered over his coffee, enjoying the quiet morning.
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She lingered over the details of the painting.