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
Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
Nashville parks Nashville parks offer the perfect opportunity to escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown while still staying within city limits.
—Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
Jon-Michael Banks, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2025
Crescent Hill Coffee Location: 2714 Frankfort Ave. Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Description: Sister to Eggs Over Frankfort, Crescent Hill Coffee is bustling on the weekends, but quick and quiet on weekday mornings.
—Molly Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 29 July 2025
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Noun
The sumptuous primary suite and bath that’s a true escape from the daily hustle and bustle of the rest of the house.
—Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
Nashville parks Nashville parks offer the perfect opportunity to escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown while still staying within city limits.
—Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
Verb
An hour before the Kansas City Invitational Black Rodeo was to begin, organizers bustled through the venue, working quickly to ensure everything was in place, animal stables filled with livestock, vendors situated, and cowboys checked in and ready.
—Jon-Michael Banks, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2025
Crescent Hill Coffee Location: 2714 Frankfort Ave. Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Description: Sister to Eggs Over Frankfort, Crescent Hill Coffee is bustling on the weekends, but quick and quiet on weekday mornings.
—Molly Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bustle
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Kernodle put up a fight, and the commotion got the attention of surviving roommate Dylan Mortensen.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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There were two other roommates in the home at the time of the killings that both survived and reported seeing the suspect and hearing commotion that night.—
Gabe Whisnant
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
Verb
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Berries—and raspberries in particular—are another food that’s bursting with fiber.—
Audrey Bruno,
SELF,
4 Aug. 2025
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Perabo burst onto the scene as wannabe singer Violet Sanford, who moves from New Jersey to N.Y.C. to pursue her dreams — and ends up joining the Coyote Ugly crew.—
Kate Hogan,
People.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Giant rushed for 293 carries, producing 1,711 yards and 21 touchdowns.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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The motion raised several concerns with the trial, claiming the court provided inadequate jury instructions related to the conspiracy to commit murder charge, the jury rushed to reach a verdict and the defense did not have enough time to prepare, among other points of contention.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
7 Aug. 2025
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Forecasters said the disturbance has the potential to become a tropical depression later this week.—
David Schutz,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Aug. 2025
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The disturbance complaint was reported on Rye Street where officers responded and, while investigating, found a vehicle with no one inside and its flashers on near Troy Road, according to the South Windsor Police Department.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Alternately — extending this metaphor another way — talking to him while activity at Kojima Productions buzzes in the background over a video interview suggests having a peek inside a spy agency.—
Nick Newman,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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The new shoes have an early discount that brings their price down to as little as $50, and they’re already getting buzz from shoppers.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Then Maye barked signals and hurried the offense back to the line, as the defense showed blitz.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
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Several people were seen hurrying to help Warren, including Susan Collins of Maine and Texas Senator Ted Cruz, who grabbed her by her forearm to lift her up.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In the north east of England, Sunderland are causing a stir.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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Blackpink’s Rosé caused a stir in New York City this weekend, stepping out in two minimalist outfits that perfectly capture how to ace ’90s and early ’00s trends in 2025.—
Alexandre Marain,
Glamour,
28 July 2025
Verb
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Hiring has kept up a solid, albeit slower pace, humming along with less disruption than some economists anticipated.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
1 Aug. 2025
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The Nets could never find a way to get their offense humming in minutes.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
21 July 2025
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“Bustle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bustle. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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