as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
I couldn't concentrate in all the bustle of the student lounge
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as in to rush
to proceed or move quickly
the hostess bustled about, taking care of last-minute preparations for the party
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Recent Examples of bustle
Mia Ingui, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Despite being less than an hour outside of San Francisco, just across the Golden Gate Bridge in Marin County, Spirit Rock seems worlds away from any metropolitan hustle and bustle on its 411 acres of quiet, hilly countryside.
—AFAR Media, 9 July 2025
Thessaly La Force, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2025
There are bustling cities like Los Angeles as well as charming small towns like San Luis Obispo along the route.
Between San Diego’s sandy beaches and Sonoma’s wineries, a route winds hundreds of miles up the California coast.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
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Noun
But despite its charming design, the inside is customizable and can become a luxurious haven away from the hustle and bustle.
—Mia Ingui, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Despite being less than an hour outside of San Francisco, just across the Golden Gate Bridge in Marin County, Spirit Rock seems worlds away from any metropolitan hustle and bustle on its 411 acres of quiet, hilly countryside.
—AFAR Media, 9 July 2025
Verb
Towering office buildings shimmered in the heat, and the streets bustled with workers on their way to office jobs.
—Thessaly La Force, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2025
There are bustling cities like Los Angeles as well as charming small towns like San Luis Obispo along the route.
Between San Diego’s sandy beaches and Sonoma’s wineries, a route winds hundreds of miles up the California coast.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bustle
Noun
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The bus driver heard the commotion, pulled over and told everyone to get off.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
12 July 2025
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Despite the commotion and all the onlookers, Monica does not recall anyone else trying to break up the altercation.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
12 July 2025
Verb
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What transpires is a film bursting at the seams with heart, adored by laymen and critics alike.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
25 July 2025
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An instant later, six-foot-tall flames burst upward in blazing pillars, followed by an intoxicating waft of garlic, lemon and herbs that permeated the air over a crowd of awed onlookers.—
Luis Melecio-Zambrano,
Mercury News,
25 July 2025
Verb
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Many organizations rush to implement tech without considering the impact on employee workflows, morale or training needs.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Neighbors quickly rushed to action, grabbing hoses and axes to help extract the plane’s passengers.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Police standoff after murders Lenexa police responded around 8:30 p.m. to the Donovan family home in the 7900 block of Hallet Street for a reported armed disturbance.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
23 July 2025
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On July 10, the Los Angeles Police Department received two separate 911 calls reporting a disturbance at the residence of American Idol music supervisor Robin Kaye and her musician husband, Thomas Deluca.—
Danielle Bacher,
People.com,
21 July 2025
Verb
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Add Hollywood buzz to the mix, and this 1973 bike is a keeper.—
Kristin Shaw,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Social media platforms, particularly X, buzzed with posts expressing grief, anger, and speculation.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
Verb
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Archer’s first delivery, timed at 87.4mph, hurried the left-handed Jaiswal.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The scene from election night On June 24, the night of the most recent meeting, members hurried into the Picnic House to hear the results of the votes.—
Vanessa Romo,
NPR,
7 July 2025
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Among the topics discussed: Nikola Jokic caused a stir in NBA circles by … doing nothing?!—
Matt Schubert,
Denver Post,
16 July 2025
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The allegations created quite a stir—and resulted in litigation.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Verb
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The brand was humming along nicely as a direct-to-consumer business, as the brothers built their own supply chain, sourcing leather that could be used on everything—from the original phone case to the bags and small leather goods, such as signature charms, that were added to the mix.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Baseball is humming but the playoffs are still off in the distance.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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“Bustle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bustle. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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