Lingerer and Rusher

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Lingerer noun - Someone who moves slowly or more slowly than others.

Usage example: he's known as a lingerer, always the last to arrive and the last to leave

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Rusher is an antonym for lingerer.

Nearby Words: linger, lingering, lingered

Rusher noun - A person who rushes; someone in a hurry; someone who acts precipitously.

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Lingerer is an antonym for rusher.

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