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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lingers

/ˈlɪndʒərz/ verb · British & US
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What does lingers mean?

verb

to remain in a place or continue to exist for a short time after something has finished; to stay in someone's mind or memory.

Example

"The smell of freshly baked cookies lingers in the air."

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