English

lurk

lɝːk, lɜrk, lɜːk, lɝk
Meaning: to wait or move in a secret way; to stay hidden
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: lɜrk, lɜːk, lɝk

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base lurk
3rd person singular present lurks
Present participle lurking
Past lurked
Will future will lurk
Going-to future going to lurk
Imperative negative don't lurk / do not lurk

Example sentences

Someone was lurking in the shadows.
Someone was lurking in the shadows.
The divers were warned to stay away from the barracuda lurking near the reef.
The divers were warned to stay away from the barracuda lurking near the reef.

Usage Notes

Often used for someone waiting to attack or doing something wrong. Also used for reading online posts without contributing.

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