as in lingering
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as in delaying
to move or act slowly
don't loiter in this neighborhood after dark
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Recent Examples of loitering
Quartz Bot, Quartz, 5 Dec. 2024
The loitering munitions systems sales were up a whopping 60% y-o-y in fiscal 2024, while the uncrewed systems revenue were up 30%.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
The United States sent an aircraft carrier to the Mediterranean Sea on Monday following the arrival of a Russian spy ship that has been loitering off the coasts of NATO member countries for days.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
Additional drones may have other sensors, for example electronic warfare devices able to detect, identify and pinpoint radio emissions for the scout drones or loitering munitions.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
Additionally, India has launched an effort to bolster its supply of loitering munitions domestically.
—Vikram Mittal, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The company reported $60 million in net income for its fiscal 2024, which ended April 30, on nearly double its 2020 revenue, with loitering munition sales up 60% to $193 million.
—Jeremy Bogaisky, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Grand Rapids, Michigan, has enacted new laws to criminalize activities associated with homelessness, such as loitering and storing unattended personal property.
—Deyanira Nevárez Martínez, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2024
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The increase is attributed to higher demand for loitering munitions systems.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 5 Dec. 2024
The loitering munitions systems sales were up a whopping 60% y-o-y in fiscal 2024, while the uncrewed systems revenue were up 30%.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
The United States sent an aircraft carrier to the Mediterranean Sea on Monday following the arrival of a Russian spy ship that has been loitering off the coasts of NATO member countries for days.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
Additional drones may have other sensors, for example electronic warfare devices able to detect, identify and pinpoint radio emissions for the scout drones or loitering munitions.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
Additionally, India has launched an effort to bolster its supply of loitering munitions domestically.
—Vikram Mittal, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The company reported $60 million in net income for its fiscal 2024, which ended April 30, on nearly double its 2020 revenue, with loitering munition sales up 60% to $193 million.
—Jeremy Bogaisky, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Grand Rapids, Michigan, has enacted new laws to criminalize activities associated with homelessness, such as loitering and storing unattended personal property.
—Deyanira Nevárez Martínez, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loitering
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The medium-length and smooth finish leaves a lingering impression of vanilla, caramel, and oak.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The lingering autumn-like warmth not only offers pleasant days for outdoor activities but could also provide some financial relief for local households after the electric bill price hikes that usually happen during the scorching summer months in the city.Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
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No leader wants to be like the movie Office Space, famous for poking fun at the flaws of the 1990s workplace cube farms and non-welcoming vibes.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Only two small wedges are visible, poking up through the ground at adjacent graves.Travis Loller, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Pets with salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting.Kate Gibson, CBS News, 3 Dec. 2024
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Earlier this month, a post on a Bay View neighborhood Facebook group showed a lethargic raccoon near Delaware Avenue.Gina Lee Castro, Journal Sentinel, 23 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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Both Steph Curry and Draymond Green are expected to play against the Timberwolves on Friday at the Chase Center after each were inactive in Thursday night’s upset over the Rockets.Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 6 Dec. 2024
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Philadelphia wide receiver DeVonta Smith was inactive and missed his second straight game with a hamstring injury.Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 2 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Dexter’s body was motionless, inert, pre-Rigor mortis.Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Dec. 2024
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Originally supposed to fly Sierra Space Dream Chaser test flight, but payload switched to an inert mass simulator because of potential Dream Chaser delays beyond October launch date.Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Loitering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loitering. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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