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Linger

/lˈɪŋɡər/
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(verb) To stay or remain in a place or situation, especially as if unwilling to depart or not easily able to do so.

Fadil didn't linger in the area.
I think I'll just linger awhile.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The delicious scent of the fresh baked bread seemed to ____ in the air long after it was taken out today.

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