lingering over

UK
/ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋ ˈəʊvə/
US
/ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋ ˈoʊvər/

Translations

linger oververb

lingering over

Gerund

lingered over
Past Simple
lingered over
Past Participle
lingering over
Gerund
UK
/ˈlɪŋɡə ˈəʊvə/
US
/ˈlɪŋɡər ˈoʊvər/
s'attarder surEmploi courant pour indiquer qu’on passe beaucoup de temps sur quelque chose, avec attention ou plaisir.
She lingered over her coffee, savoring every sip while reading her book.
Elle s'est attardée sur son café, savourant chaque gorgée en lisant son livre.
Additional translations
hésiter àAu sens de temporiser ou de tarder à prendre une décision.

Definitions

linger oververb
To spend a long time on something, especially because it is enjoyable or interesting.
She lingered over her coffee, savoring every sip while reading her book.
To delay or hesitate in doing something, often due to indecision or reluctance.
He lingered over the decision, unsure of which option to choose.