Literal Meanings
* To remain in a place longer than necessary: The scent of cinnamon lingered in the air long after the candles were blown out.
* To continue to exist or be felt: The pain of her loss lingered for months.
* To move slowly or hesitantly: He lingered at the doorway, unsure if he should enter.
Figurative Meanings
* To think about something for a long time: She lingered on the memory of their first kiss.
* To delay leaving: He lingered at the party, hoping to catch a glimpse of her.
Examples in Sentences:
* The last rays of sunlight lingered on the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink.
* The laughter of children lingered in the park long after they had gone home.
* The smell of freshly baked bread lingered in the kitchen, tempting me to sneak a bite.
* He lingered over his coffee, lost in thought.
* She lingered at the bookstore, browsing the shelves for hours.
* The memory of that day lingered in her mind, a bittersweet reminder of what was lost.
Note: "Linger" can be used as a verb in both the past and present tense, and it can be used in both active and passive voice.