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is loitering
  • present progressive of loiter (3rd person singular).

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Of all the challenges of running a 7-Eleven, the biggest problem, Dalia said, is loitering.

From Slate • Dec. 4, 2024

It cannot be seen in the satellite imagery - but A23a is loitering just behind the South Scotia Ridge, which is like a submerged continuation of the peninsula.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2024

The common currency is up 1.3% this month and is loitering near a nine-month peak.

From Reuters • Jan. 31, 2023

California Highway Patrol suggests people to stay away from their vehicles if a stranger is loitering in the area.

From Fox News • Jan. 15, 2022

It is well," said he; "there is loitering enough!

From The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. by Sienkiewicz, Henryk