Crossword clue
Linger crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Linger”, from 3–12 letters. The most likely answer is STAY.
All answers for “Linger”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 3-letter answers | ||
| LAG | 3 | Fall behind |
| 4-letter answers | ||
| STAY Best match | 4 | Remain in the same place |
| WAIT | 4 | Stay in expectation |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| DALLY | 5 | Waste time |
| TARRY | 5 | Stay longer than intended |
| DELAY | 5 | Postpone or be slow |
| ABIDE | 5 | Stay, archaic |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| LOITER | 6 | Stand around without purpose |
| DAWDLE | 6 | Move slowly |
| ENDURE | 6 | Last a long time |
| REMAIN | 6 | Continue to exist |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| PERSIST | 7 | Continue to exist |
| 9-letter answers | ||
| HANG ABOUT | 9 | Remain idly, British |
| 10-letter answers | ||
| HANG AROUND | 10 | Remain idly |
| DILLY-DALLY | 10 | Waste time dithering |
| 12-letter answers | ||
| TAKE ONE'S TIME | 12 | Proceed without hurry |
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What does “Linger” mean?
Linger means to stay in a place longer than necessary, often because of reluctance to leave. It also means to persist or be slow to disappear (of a smell, doubt or illness).
Solving tip
Short answers include STAY and WAIT; LOITER and DALLY suit dawdling. For persistence try PERSIST or ENDURE.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Linger"?
The most likely answer is STAY (4 letters) — Remain in the same place. Other common answers are LOITER (6), DALLY (5), DAWDLE (6), TARRY (5).
How many letters are in the answer to "Linger"?
Answers to "Linger" range from 3–12 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.