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lingering

ADJECTIVE

chronic

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abiding constant continuing deep-rooted deep-seated enduring ever-present ingrained lasting lifelong persistent protracted recurrent recurring stubborn

STRONG

confirmed fixed incurable obstinate perennial persisting prolonged rooted routine settled sustained

WEAK

ceaseless continual continuous habitual inborn inbred ineradicable inveterate long-lived long-standing tenacious unabating unmitigated unyielding usual

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ending ephemeral fleeting short-lived superficial temporary transient yielding

STRONG

indefinite

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Tasting notes: Juicy stone fruit flavors with bright acidity and a lingering mineral finish.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

But these lingering queries are hardly the film’s worst feature.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Apple is enjoying solid demand, the firm said, but there is still lingering uncertainty about its AI strategy.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The average length of unemployment has been lingering near six months.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

I’m lingering in Lucinda’s bedroom, watching her pack and repack her small suitcase as if there’s going to be a test on it when she lands in the United States.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez

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