as in busy
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the arena is really buzzing tonight
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as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
for months the area has been buzzing with rumors that a megacorporation plans to locate its headquarters here
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as in scurrying
to proceed or move quickly
we've been buzzing around all morning getting ready for the meeting with the VIPs from the head office
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as in humming
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
the little plane buzzed past the crowd
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Recent Examples of buzzing
Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
From patient inquiries to administrative notifications, your inbox is probably constantly buzzing.
—Ajay Prasad, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The program is also still buzzing from landing five-star quarterback recruit Bryce Underwood.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
With the home crowd still buzzing from the Commanders' first playoff berth since 2020, Reaves turned his focus to something even more significant.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
All-Star point guard Trae Young has dazzled this year and has Atlanta buzzing about the postseason.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
The holiday buzz continues to stay buzzing, Pisces!
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 29 Dec. 2024
While a bunch of famous people are expecting in the coming year, here are six that pop culture fans are buzzing about most.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 28 Dec. 2024
In early 2020, Daniel Bachman stood at the edge of a creek in Falmouth, Virginia, recording the sounds of the insects chittering and buzzing around him.
—Brendan Fitzgerald, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
Verb
Street performers and buzzing crowds returned to Bourbon Street on Thursday after police reopened it hours before the Sugar Bowl, which was delayed a day and was expected to draw 70,000 fans to the nearby Superdome.
—Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
From patient inquiries to administrative notifications, your inbox is probably constantly buzzing.
—Ajay Prasad, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The program is also still buzzing from landing five-star quarterback recruit Bryce Underwood.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
With the home crowd still buzzing from the Commanders' first playoff berth since 2020, Reaves turned his focus to something even more significant.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
All-Star point guard Trae Young has dazzled this year and has Atlanta buzzing about the postseason.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
The holiday buzz continues to stay buzzing, Pisces!
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 29 Dec. 2024
While a bunch of famous people are expecting in the coming year, here are six that pop culture fans are buzzing about most.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 28 Dec. 2024
In early 2020, Daniel Bachman stood at the edge of a creek in Falmouth, Virginia, recording the sounds of the insects chittering and buzzing around him.
—Brendan Fitzgerald, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzzing
Adjective
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Check-in is seamless, but the hotel has only six parking spots and availability may be limited, especially on busy weekends, so plan to park across or down the street just in case.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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And while Christophe had been busy developing a national school system during his reign, under Boyer, and all subsequent presidents, such projects had to be put on hold.—
Marlene L. Daut,
The Conversation,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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At one point Harry Maguire tried to inject urgency, bursting forward with the ball and urging Alejandro Garnacho and Diogo Dalot to run ahead.—
Laurie Whitwell,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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An intellectually dense film bursting with ideas, some of them contradictory, some troubling, all of them provocative.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The work was conducted in FIU’s battery lab — filled with flashing chargers, humming fans, pumps cycling the air, temperature controllers and other gear — has everything needed to make batteries from scratch.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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And Yoshi put his arm around my shoulder, sinking a little further into the mattress, humming just under his breath.—
Bryan Washington,
The New Yorker,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Azaleas bloom in vibrant shades of yellow, pink, orange, red, and white.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2025
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Drawing inspiration from the vibrant energy of New York City, Nigo’s streetwear roots, and the storied histories of Mercedes-Benz and Moncler, the collection blends past design trends with a contemporary twist.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Moose Mountain Falls indoor water park is a big draw, with a constant temperature of 86 degrees perfect for zipping down waterslides and floating on the lazy river.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
21 Dec. 2024
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Compared to the older Streaming Stick Plus, the 4K model offers a bit more speed for zipping around apps and now supports Dolby Vision to go along with HDR10 Plus.—
Quentyn Kennemer,
The Verge,
19 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Since distancing from the royal family, Markle has been working on establishing herself as a thriving business woman.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
8 Apr. 2025
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Here, her thriving rose collection has been a project years in the making—the product of a small, gradual endeavor that soared to new heights during the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Panelists had been carefully chosen and the moderators ensured lively debates took place.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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To introduce persimmon in a balanced way, Bassford recommends incorporating the color into decorative touches like wallpaper, upholstery, or bedding for a lively yet harmonious effect.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In that crowded class of prospects, each star had his own identity.—
D. Watkins,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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As tensions threaten to turn to violence in the crowded train car, the officer arrives.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Buzzing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzzing. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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