1 / 12 2 / 12 3 / 12 4 / 12 5 / 12 6 / 12 7 / 12 8 / 12 9 / 12 10 / 12 11 / 12 12 / 12 ❮ ❯ Lingering refers to staying in a place longer than necessary, typically because of a reluctance to leave or cease, or persisting in a slow or prolonged manner.