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linger

/lɪŋɡɚ/

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to remain in a place or continue longer than expected

逗留；迟迟不散

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The smell of fresh bread seemed to linger in the kitchen.

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新鲜面包的香味似乎久久留在厨房里。

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Pronunciation: /lɪŋɡɚ/

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