as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the new science center is usually humming with school groups on Thursdays
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as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
one restaurant was humming with diners, while a neighboring eatery was practically empty
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as in zipping
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
a helicopter hummed overhead
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Recent Examples of humming
Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 17 Oct. 2025
Rogé Karma, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
But Vanek also has people round their back into turtle pose, using humming breaths to connect with vibration-sensing creatures, and using the outstretched arms of some poses to greet new snake visitors.
—Deena Prichep, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026
Despite losing star senior Kantyn Pearson to a knee injury in the regular-season finale, the Rams kept on humming to advance to their second consecutive Final Four amid their 23rd straight win this season.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2026
At the rate business was humming along, ValenSil was on track to bolt on a third shift, add about eight to 15 more workers, and even purchase land for further expansion.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
The latest data collection from the LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA (LVK) Collaboration reveals the universe is practically humming with gravitational waves from cosmic collisions.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Passionate Mars enters your 6th house to highlight your work-life balance, urging steady action on the daily tasks that keep everything humming.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 2 Mar. 2026
The Gulf’s shimmering and globalized cities depend on a steady flow of flights carrying foreigners – both tourists and resident workers – and cargo to keep their economies humming.
—Adam Schreck, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
The asset manager has good technology, and its fourth-quarter earnings report showed a business humming along.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The Colts’ offense is absolutely humming.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
When the economy is humming, that isn’t such a big deal.
—Rogé Karma, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
But Vanek also has people round their back into turtle pose, using humming breaths to connect with vibration-sensing creatures, and using the outstretched arms of some poses to greet new snake visitors.
—Deena Prichep, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026
Despite losing star senior Kantyn Pearson to a knee injury in the regular-season finale, the Rams kept on humming to advance to their second consecutive Final Four amid their 23rd straight win this season.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2026
At the rate business was humming along, ValenSil was on track to bolt on a third shift, add about eight to 15 more workers, and even purchase land for further expansion.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
The latest data collection from the LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA (LVK) Collaboration reveals the universe is practically humming with gravitational waves from cosmic collisions.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Passionate Mars enters your 6th house to highlight your work-life balance, urging steady action on the daily tasks that keep everything humming.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 2 Mar. 2026
The Gulf’s shimmering and globalized cities depend on a steady flow of flights carrying foreigners – both tourists and resident workers – and cargo to keep their economies humming.
—Adam Schreck, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
The asset manager has good technology, and its fourth-quarter earnings report showed a business humming along.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humming
Adjective
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Opt for the spring or fall to enjoy the best of the city's buzzing outdoor markets and piazzas.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
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Tamarindo, a great stretch of beach for surfing, is equally famous for its nightlife, with buzzing spots like Chiquita's Tamarindo.—
Natalie Hammond,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The development sits on nearly two acres right in the buzzy Miami Design District, giving guests and residents alike direct access to an area that’s bursting with museums, restaurants, beaches, and more.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 Mar. 2026
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Listen to the live music while perusing booths bursting with fruits, veggies, flowers, fresh grass-fed lamb, eggs, and more.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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As spring starts to bloom and the sun stays out longer, hummingbirds begin to find their way back, zipping around our neighborhoods in search of food after their long migration.—
Quincy Bulin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Mar. 2026
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At age 69, Lynn Ianni is a pickleball whiz, zipping from dinks to drives energetically.—
Graham Kates,
CBS News,
9 Mar. 2026
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Jet fuel prices are rising as the war in the Middle East disrupts global oil supplies, putting cost pressure on airlines as the busy summer travel season approaches.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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Ask the staff for a quieter room that ideally doesn’t face the main road; typical of the city, Admiralty Way is constantly busy, and in the rainy season heavy thunderstorms can be enough to wake one out of sleep—light sleepers will do well to pick a room that’s more internal.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The video showed Styles whispering something into Jordan’s ear.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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In every part of the world, someone is whispering in the ear of someone else that justice is near and that the fight is upon them.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Once home to thriving populations of the state's iconic staghorn and elkhorn corals, the ecosystem has been in steady decline for decades because of pollution, disease, invasive species, warming waters, and damage from boaters, divers and snorkelers.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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Hiram Crombie has a thriving trading post set up that is bursting with tenants of the Ridge.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Midway through my massage, the boat unmoored itself and set sail—setting off an initially alarming vibrating bed and whirring engine noise.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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The promotional photo shared on Instagram—showing Moroney wearing a gray and orange Vols shirt—set the country music conspiracy machine whirring.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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There’s a lot to enjoy in the immediate vicinity, but the L, J, and G trains will quickly transport you to even more vibrant dining destinations.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Mar. 2026
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This fresh and vibrant salad is delicious warm or cold, as a nutritious lunch or shared at a gathering, said Madeleine Olivia.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Humming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humming. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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