linger
Meaning
To linger is to remain in a place or state longer than is necessary or expected, often suggesting a sense of hesitance or reluctance to depart, and may also imply a prolonged emotional or sensory experience that is difficult to shake off.
💡 While "linger" often carries a connotation of reluctance or hesitation, it can also denote a positive or nostalgic attachment to a moment or experience, which is sometimes overlooked in casual usage.
Example Sentences
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