takes a long time; delays; lingers
1. third person singular present tense of 'demorar-se'; to take a long time doing something; to delay or be slow
He takes a long time getting ready every morning.
Ele demora-se a preparar-se cada manhã.
2. to linger or stay longer than expected
She lingered at the party until late.
Ela demora-se na festa até tarde.
Related Idioms & Phrases
demora-se no caminho - takes the long way; dawdles on the road
demora-se a fazer algo - takes a long time to do something
não se demore! - don't delay!
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