lurk

/lˈɜːk/

/ˈɫɝk/

to lurk

MAIN VERB

(of danger or something unpleasant) to exist or be present without being obvious or noticeable

synonyms : skulk

be about

synonyms : footle

wait in hiding to attack

synonyms : ambuscade

to read the posts on a social media platform or discussion forum without actively participating

Examples

1. Several spiders and small eggs lurked inside.

2. Around the corner lurked a time of unspeakable horror.

3. The Air View feature still lurks in the settings menu of many Samsung phones.

4. Where's the pickles lurking?