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to lurk
01
(of danger or something unpleasant) to exist or be present without being obvious or noticeable
02
to remain hidden or move stealthily, often with a sinister or suspicious intent
Examples
He would lurk around the office, listening to conversations without being noticed.
Suspicious figures were seen lurking near the abandoned building late at night.
03
wait in hiding to attack
04
to read online forums, chats, or social media without participating or revealing oneself
Transitive
SlangExamples
I usually lurk on Reddit instead of commenting.
She 's been lurking in the Discord for months.
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