Cling and Linger

Cling

Cling verb - To hold to something firmly as if by adhesion.

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Linger and cling are semantically related in attach to topic. In some cases you can use "Linger" instead a verb "Cling".

Nearby Words: clinging, clingy

Linger verb - To move or act slowly.

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Cling and linger are semantically related in continue topic. Sometimes you can use "Cling" instead a verb "Linger".

Nearby Words: lingering, lingerer

way	cling way	linger way
bit	cling bit	linger bit

Unlike the things listed above, it doesn't really linger or taste 'hot', as the compounds that give wasabi and horseradish their hotness are water-soluble and do not cling to your mouth as capsaicin does.

Source: Masochist's Meal

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