Meaning of the word lingers in English

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lingers

US /ˈlɪŋ.ɡərz/
UK /ˈlɪŋ.ɡəz/

Verb

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

Example:
She lingers in the doorway, hesitant to enter.
The scent of her perfume still lingers in the room.
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