100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "linger"

Definition

Linger (verb): To stay in a place longer than necessary, often due to reluctance to leave; to remain in a state or condition longer than expected.

Synonyms

• Delay
• Tarry
• Dawdle
• Loiter
• Hang around
• Remain
• Stay
• Stay behind
• Procrastinate

Antonyms

• Depart
• Leave
• Rush
• Hurry
• Disperse
• Exit
• Move on
• Advance

Examples

1. She decided to linger at the café to enjoy her coffee a little longer.
2. The scent of flowers seemed to linger in the air after the rain.
3. They would often linger at the park after school, chatting with friends.
4. His gaze would linger on the painting, lost in thought.
5. The memories of that summer linger in my mind.
6. I like to linger in bed on Sunday mornings.
7. The sound of laughter lingered long after the party ended.
8. Don't linger too long; we need to catch the bus!
9. She felt the moment linger, as if time had slowed down.
10. The taste of the dessert continued to linger on her palate.
11. He would often linger at the library, surrounded by books.
12. The mist began to linger over the valley as dawn approached.
13. After the movie, they chose to linger in the theater to discuss it.
14. The feeling of sadness would often linger for days after the event.
15. The children would linger outside, hoping for one last game of tag.
16. She didn't want to linger in the past and decided to move forward.
17. The rain continued to linger well into the evening.
18. He would linger near the exit, pretending not to notice the time.
19. The warmth of the sun would linger on her skin.
20. They watched the sunset, allowing the moment to linger.
21. His eyes would linger on the horizon, lost in thought.
22. She tried to linger in the moment, not wanting it to end.
23. The perfume seemed to linger long after she had left the room.
24. They would linger over dinner, enjoying each other's company.
25. The echoes of their laughter lingered in the empty hall.
26. I could still linger over the book even after finishing it.
27. The dog would linger by the door, waiting for his owner to return.
28. She could feel the sadness linger in the air after the argument.
29. The taste of nostalgia would linger in his heart.
30. They would linger at the beach, collecting seashells.
31. The thrill of the adventure would linger in their minds for years.
32. He didn’t want to linger on the past mistakes.
33. The shadows seemed to linger as night fell.
34. She would linger at the bookstore, searching for the perfect novel.
35. The moment of silence would linger before the applause erupted.
36. The excitement would linger as they opened their gifts.
37. He would linger at the old house, reminiscing about his childhood.
38. The taste of the spice would linger in the dish long after the meal.
39. She felt her heart linger when he said goodbye.
40. They chose to linger at the museum, captivated by the exhibits.
41. The fragrance would linger in her hair long after the party.
42. He tried not to linger on the negative comments.
43. The echoes of the past would linger in her mind.
44. The fog would linger in the valley until midday.
45. They watched the stars, allowing the moment to linger.
46. The warmth from the fire would linger in the room.
47. She felt the nervousness linger before her presentation.
48. The taste of the wine would linger on her tongue.
49. They decided to linger at the carnival, enjoying the rides.
50. The friendship would linger despite the distance.
51. He didn't want to linger too long at the party.
52. The shadows lingered as the sun set.
53. She would often linger in her favorite shop, browsing the items.
54. The joy of the moment would linger in their hearts.
55. The sound of the music would linger in his mind.
56. They would linger at the fountain, taking pictures.
57. The feeling of hope would linger even in difficult times.
58. He chose to linger in the hallway, listening to the conversation.
59. The warmth of her smile would linger with him.
60. The memory of their trip would linger for years to come.
61. The spice would linger in the air, making everyone hungry.
62. She would linger in front of the mirror, adjusting her hair.
63. The moment seemed to linger, stretching time.
64. The habit of procrastination would linger despite his best efforts.
65. The fog would linger until the sun broke through.
66. They chose to linger in the garden, enjoying the flowers.
67. The thrill of the chase would linger in his mind.
68. She wished to linger longer in the enchanting forest.
69. The laughter would linger in the room long after they'd left.
70. He would often linger at the window, watching the world go by.
71. The tension in the air would linger even after the argument ended.
72. She felt the heat of the moment linger in her cheeks.
73. The melody would linger in his head for days.
74. They would often linger at the diner for late-night snacks.
75. The sadness would linger, making it hard to move on.
76. He would linger over his coffee, savoring each sip.
77. The beauty of the landscape would linger in her memory.
78. She tried not to linger on the past mistakes.
79. The sound of the waves would linger in the background.
80. The feeling of love would linger even after the breakup.
81. They chose to linger at the art gallery, admiring the pieces.
82. The scent of cookies would linger in the kitchen.
83. He would often linger at the edge of the crowd, observing.
84. The moment of triumph would linger in their hearts.
85. She would linger in thought before making a decision.
86. The echoes of their conversation would linger in the hallway.
87. The warmth of the sun would linger on his skin.
88. They would linger by the riverside, enjoying the view.
89. The smell of fresh bread would linger in the bakery.
90. The feeling of doubt would linger despite his confidence.
91. He would linger in the garden, tending to the flowers.
92. The sweetness of the fruit would linger on her tongue.
93. The silence would linger before the storm arrived.
94. She didn’t want to linger on the negatives.
95. The memory of their laughter would linger in her heart.
96. The aftertaste would linger long after the meal.
97. They would often linger in the library, lost in books.
98. The warmth from the fireplace would linger in the room.
99. The moment of joy would linger in their hearts forever.
100. He loved to linger at the edge of the water, watching the tide come in.