verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

pause, halt, linger, stumble, stare

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Example Sentences

Example:He paused and looked around before continuing to walk.

Definition:to stop and wait or rest.

From pause

Example:The soldiers halted before the gate and then continued on their journey.

Definition:to stand still or stop moving.

From halt

Example:She lingered in the garden, the flowers seemed to be moving with her.

Definition:to stay in one place or delay moving on.

From linger

Example:He stumbled as he rushed past, narrowly avoiding knocking over a lamp.

Definition:to misstep and nearly fall, often as a result of hastiness or distraction.

From stumble

Example:He stared at her, his eyes never leaving her face.

Definition:to look at something or someone with a fixed gaze.

From stare