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as in slug
a lazy person
those drones just lie around while we do all the work
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as in laborer
a person who does very hard or dull work
after lunch my fellow drones and I shuffle back to our cubicles
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as in hum
a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion
heard the drone of an airplane overhead
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as in to lazy
to spend time doing nothing
instead of getting a job, he preferred to drone and live off his parents
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Recent Examples of drone
Jim Dudlicek, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
At least 12 people have been killed and eight others wounded after a Russian drone struck a bus in Ukraine’s southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region on Sunday, authorities said.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
Justin Ravitz, USA Today, 3 Dec. 2025
There were lights shining and a droning sound coming from below.
—Literary Hub, 2 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Dobrez said he was inspired to make the movie after seeing the drone show that was part of Flossmoor’s centennial celebration in 2024.
—Jim Dudlicek, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
At least 12 people have been killed and eight others wounded after a Russian drone struck a bus in Ukraine’s southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region on Sunday, authorities said.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
Verb
Here are the highlights from the special: Watching Duchess Meghan buy and decorate a Christmas tree alone, without Harry or the kids, is depressing
Most of this hourlong installment washes over you in a pleasant yule-log stupor, the Beach Boys or vintage soul droning in the background.
—Justin Ravitz, USA Today, 3 Dec. 2025
There were lights shining and a droning sound coming from below.
—Literary Hub, 2 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drone
Verb
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The iPhone’s strong results indicate a strong product cycle is underway, while the high-margin Services revenue stream continues to hum along.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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After the automatic front doors swing guests into the lobby, an ironwork chandelier, olive-green velour curtains, and a humming fireplace dress the Hotel Chelsea in a confidently maximalist wardrobe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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Nothing today felt like play, yesterday my phone will be buzzing with messages, a child was used as bait, ICE is sending out flyers offering food support to families, don’t take the bait.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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The star and director visited the IndieWire Studio, presented by Dropbox the morning after their massive world premiere at Sundance‘s Eccles Theater on Friday night, and were still buzzing from the event.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
26 Jan. 2026
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The pieces are made of a soft, wrinkle-resistant material that’s comfortable for traveling or lounging at home.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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Over at the three tiers of pools during a late spring weekend visit, couples in stylish swimsuits lounged around the adult’s only pool, groups of friends sipped margs while wading in the main Mother-of-Pearl pool, and kids frolicked in the separate splash pad area.—
Lizbeth Scordo,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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After Matheson’s shorthanded bid was turned away, Charlie McAvoy zipped the puck up to Pastrnak on the left side.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
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As marathoners zip by, spectators are invited to cheer, snap images for Instagrams and TikToks, and hang out with free coffee, water and croissants.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Just take care of your[self], and veg out.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Jan. 2026
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This set is damn near professional-wear, with a blazer-style top and contrast piping for those who like to veg out with dignity.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
10 Dec. 2025
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Place in separate airtight containers; chill up to 5 days.—
Jenavieve Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Jan. 2026
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The point is to intimidate and chill lawful newsgathering.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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Staff members watched from the doorway while two white school security SUVs idled nearby.—
Jaweed Kaleem,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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That means that, for 20 years, as the real ambulances would idle on set, the crew and actors would be inhaling the diesel fumes that being emitted from the loud, life-saving vehicles.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Jan. 2026
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Rittenhouse admits to initially being bummed out to not be the murderer, only to quickly come around to preferring this outcome.—
Derek Lawrence,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Jan. 2026
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I'mPhaedra Trethan, bummed out about the passing of Raul Malo, lead singer of The Mavericks.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
9 Dec. 2025
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“Drone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drone. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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