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The phrase "a lingering of" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to describe a prolonged presence or effect of something, but it is not a standard expression.
Example: "There was a lingering of doubt in her mind after the conversation."
Alternatives: "a sense of lingering" or "a feeling of lingering".
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