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Definition of lingering - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
durationlasting for a long time beyond expected
- The lingering scent of flowers filled the room.
2.
slow-endingslow to end or disappear
- She had a lingering cough after the flu.
Noun
1.
tarryingthe act of staying longer than necessary
- His lingering at the party was noticeable.
2.
remnantRare that which remains or persists over timeRare
- The lingering of the scent was unexpected.
Expressions with lingering
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feeling of uncertainty that persists
She had a lingering doubt about the decision even after the meeting.
memory that remains for a long time
The lingering memory of her smile stayed with him for years.
question that remains unanswered
The lingering question about the project's budget was never addressed.
Origin of lingering
Dutch, lingen (to remain) + -er (agent) + -ing (action)
Terms with lingering included in their meaning
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setback reaction
sharp disappointment, lingering anger after a defeat
lingering effect
influence or presence, often negative
reconciliation
no lingering anger or resentment after a disagreement
sensation
lingering impression or sensation after an experience
emotion
have lingering uncertainties
history
repeated or lingering effects from history
medical
experience lingering effects from a previous event
emotion
cause a lingering negative impression or feeling
negative impression
cause a lingering feeling of discomfort or disapproval
history
lingering effects of colonialism in a society
nearby
lingering close at hand
behavior
the act of lingering or remaining in a place or state
lingering effects
experiencing lingering effects from a past event
astronomy
showing a lingering light after sunset
lingering
person who lingers around a place or person
afterglow
lingering light after a source dims
fatigue
lingering tiredness after exertion
delay
characterized by delay or lingering
Examples of lingering in a sentence
She felt a lingering sadness after the movie. The movie left a lingering impression on him. There was a lingering smell of smoke in the air. The lingering in the hallway made everyone uncomfortable. Her lingering at the café was unexpected. The lingering of the melody haunted him.
There was a lingering of doubt in her mind.
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- French:persistant, attardement, ...
- German:anhaltend, Verweilen, ...
- Italian:persistente, permanenza prolungata, ...
- Spanish:persistente, permanencia, ...
- Portuguese:persistente, permanência, ...
- Chinese:挥之不去的, 逗留, ...
- Japanese:残る, 長居, ...
- Arabic:مُسْتَمِرّ, تأخير, ...
- Hebrew:מְמוּשָׁךְ, הִתְמַהְמְהוּת, ...
- Russian:долгий, задержка, ...
- Ukrainian:тривалий, затримка, ...
- Hindi:बना रहने वाला, ठहराव, ...
Definition of linger - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
persistcontinue to exist for longer than expected
- The scent of her perfume lingered in the room..
2.
timestay in a place longer than necessary
- They lingered at the park after the concert.
3.
saunterRare move slowly or leisurelyRare
- He lingered along the path, enjoying the view.
Expressions with linger
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stay in a place longer than necessary
He decided to linger on at the party.
stay close to the boundary of something
He would often linger on the edge of the forest, watching the wildlife.
remain noticeable in taste or memory
The flavor of the wine lingered on the lips long after the last sip.
take extra time to enjoy something
She lingered over her coffee, savoring every sip.
Origin of linger
Middle English, linger (delay)
Examples of linger in a sentence
Doubts about the decision still linger in his mind. He lingered in the hallway, unsure of what to say. The scent of her perfume lingered in the room. Tourists lingered in the museum, captivated by the art. She lingered over her coffee, lost in thought.
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- French:persister, traîner, ...
- German:verweilen, schlendern, ...
- Italian:persistere, rimanere, ...
- Spanish:perdurar, quedarse, ...
- Portuguese:perdurar, demorar-se, ...
- Chinese:挥之不去, 逗留, ...
- Japanese:残る, 居残る, ...
- Arabic:اِستَمَرَّ, تريث, ...
- Hebrew:לְהִימָּשֵׁךְ, לְהִתְעַכֵּב, ...
- Russian:сохраняться, задерживаться, ...
- Ukrainian:залишатися, затримуватися, ...
- Hindi:बना रहना, ठहरना, ...
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