as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the mall was astir with throngs of holiday shoppers
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Recent Examples of astir
News reporters were astir and skipped this curtain scene.
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New York Times, 11 July 2022
New York Times, 11 July 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for astir
Adjective
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The unconventional thriller played like gangbusters to the buzzing New York crowd.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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At the time of his sentencing, Williams was a buzzing rapper, with his 2021 mixtape Shiesty Season, his only full-length project, peaking at Number Three on the Billboard 200.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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As Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports pointed out, Belichick was busy hitting the recruiting trail during North Carolina's bye week, suggesting the head coach is still looking for talent to help the Tar Heels beyond this season.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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Loads more news from a busy MIA, including a YouTube exec breaking ranks on the usual radio silence over the platform’s ratings versus broadcast figures, is right here.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The pattern included a vibrant red floral motif that cascaded from the bodice of the dress to the hem of the skirt, with shades of muted metallic gold and dark tones featured throughout.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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Rich in seafood and history, Rockport was once a vibrant hub for the export of timber and granite, and a dock was built in 1743 to make shipments easier.—
Megan Margulies,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Originally from Ohio, Frank came to what is now Fort Lauderdale in 1893 and founded a thriving trading business with the Seminoles and eventually worked as the area’s postmaster.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
10 Oct. 2025
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What once felt like the Wild West has become a thriving ecosystem of university labs, independent design studios, startups, and industrial manufacturers, creating market-ready products.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But Missoula, Livingston and Bozeman have lively literary scenes.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Expect lively notes of lemon zest, grapefruit, and green apple, anchored by a soft minerality that adds depth without overpowering.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Astir.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astir. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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