Seconds later, crumbs remained, memory lingered.

Meaning: The cake was gone quickly, but the memory of how delicious it was stayed with the person.

Choice of Words: Seconds are units of time. Later means after something else has happened. Crumbs are small pieces of food, especially bread or cake. Remained means continued to exist. Memory is the ability to remember things. Lingered means stayed for a long time.

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