Example Sentences

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The challenge is timing and precision: removing the harmful lingering cells without disrupting the useful early repair signals.

From Science Daily • May 20, 2026

Crude prices have been lingering around $100 a barrel as the crucial Strait of Hormuz shipping route looked like it would remain blocked for the foreseeable future.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Chelsea go into the FA Cup final in the unusual position of having no permanent manager, an angry fanbase and a lingering question: would beating Manchester City at Wembley be enough to save their season?

From BBC • May 16, 2026

But in places like Miami, Tampa, Houston and San Antonio, many homes are lingering for much longer, according to Zillow.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Shawn took to lingering outside after the crew had finished for the day.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover