Meaning of the word linger in English

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linger

US /ˈlɪŋ.ɡɚ/

UK /ˈlɪŋ.ɡɚ/

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

Example:

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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.

Synonym:

loiter dawdle dally saunter stroll

spend a long time over (something)

Example:

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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.

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