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Lingered

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Definition

The word 'lingered' means to stay in a place longer than necessary or to be slow to leave.

Synonyms & similar words

loiter lallygag hangaround millabout hover lounge millaround lurk messabout dawdle linger loaf rush footle tarry lollygag stay remain dally loiter prolong delay tarry wait persist languish hover abide dawdle pause stick endure procrastinate wander loll

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