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as in busy
involved in often constant activity
a bustling greeter was there to welcome guests to the grand opening
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as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
a bustling shopping center during the Christmas season
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as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
on Saturdays the city's downtown bustles with activity as a farmers' market sets up shop
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as in travelling
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 bustling
Sandra Gonzalez, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2025
The highway is definitely the bustling heart of the city here.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025
The bustling atmosphere mirrors the energy of the adjacent flea market.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2025
Kai Sallas, the reigning International Surf Association longboard champion, was born and raised in Waikiki and operates his surf school from the stylish Kaimana Beach Hotel on the quieter, eastern edge of the bustling neighborhood.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 15 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
If so much of Kardashian’s life to that point nearly a decade ago was the closest a former celebrity assistant could get to a fairytale in the online age — a television show empire, a stable of bustling businesses and a famous musician husband — that night, she was trapped in a nightmare.
—Sandra Gonzalez, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2025
The highway is definitely the bustling heart of the city here.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025
The bustling atmosphere mirrors the energy of the adjacent flea market.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2025
Kai Sallas, the reigning International Surf Association longboard champion, was born and raised in Waikiki and operates his surf school from the stylish Kaimana Beach Hotel on the quieter, eastern edge of the bustling neighborhood.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bustling
Adjective
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Between the award show appearances, several hit television shows, and red carpet events, the couple remains busy but grounded in their purpose for their growing family.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
11 May 2025
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Topline Newark Liberty International Airport experienced a lengthy air traffic control outage Sunday morning, shortly before Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the airport should scale back its operations amid air traffic control issues at the busy New Jersey airport.—
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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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
Adjective
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That means taking breaks for self-care, which requires a supportive, engaged partner.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
1 May 2025
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Ukraine sees the deal as a way to ensure that its biggest and most consequential ally stays engaged and doesn’t freeze military support, which has been key in its 3-year-old fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion.—
Samya Kullab,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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And one of my personal favorites, a fiery abstract piece in Iñaki’s private dining room, was fashioned from curlicue cones of vibrant recycled paper.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
14 May 2025
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What To Know The volcano's summit features a caldera—formed by volcanic eruptions—and supports vibrant hydrothermal vent ecosystems populated by microbes, tube worms, crabs, fish, octopuses and more.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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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
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From patient inquiries to administrative notifications, your inbox is probably constantly buzzing.—
Ajay Prasad,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Nathan Hochman told the court Friday, thanking his prosecutors and the diligent work of Duran’s defense team.—
Keri Blakinger,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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The film is still set to premiere next month, now an unintended memorial for a diligent journalist and writer.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2025
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As co-founder of the Downtown Los Angeles Residence Association, Ridings is actively trying to build a thriving downtown community.—
Vanessa Romo,
NPR,
30 Apr. 2025
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Instead, thriving teams remain composed under pressure and inevitable scrutiny.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Changing ‘so fast’ In China, though, the field is crowded and cutthroat, with competition sparking a fierce, yearslong price war.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Theater's highest honor, getting recognized with a nomination typically leads to an influx in box office sales, which new musicals desperately need during the crowded spring season.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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“Bustling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bustling. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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