👉 Lingered is a term used in English language to describe someone who has been waiting for something or someone for a long time. It can also refer to a period of time where someone spends too much time on one thing, such as watching TV or reading a book, which can lead to boredom and lack of productivity.
In the context of the phrase "lingered," it implies that someone is consistently spending too much time on something or someone, often without realizing how long they have been doing it
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