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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
Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 17 June 2025
And the typically bustling Mariachi Plaza was all but deserted when Gonzalez and Bass visited it a few hours later.
—Julia Wick, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2025
Deadwood, South Dakota Founded in 1876 during the Black Hills Gold Rush, Deadwood quickly grew into a bustling, rowdy mining camp.
—Noreen Kompanik, Boston Herald, 15 June 2025
With a base of 1.23 million TV homes, Indianapolis may not move the ratings needle in the same way that the big coastal markets do, but the Pacers’ stomping grounds are a bustling media metropolis compared to the OKC DMA.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 2 June 2025
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Adjective
The credits roll as the camera stays on the bustling room filled with various couples doing the same, including one surprising pair: the cave people from the first scene!
—Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 17 June 2025
And the typically bustling Mariachi Plaza was all but deserted when Gonzalez and Bass visited it a few hours later.
—Julia Wick, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2025
Deadwood, South Dakota Founded in 1876 during the Black Hills Gold Rush, Deadwood quickly grew into a bustling, rowdy mining camp.
—Noreen Kompanik, Boston Herald, 15 June 2025
With a base of 1.23 million TV homes, Indianapolis may not move the ratings needle in the same way that the big coastal markets do, but the Pacers’ stomping grounds are a bustling media metropolis compared to the OKC DMA.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bustling
Adjective
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As Lauryn was busy working at her warehouse alongside sister Jessica Shannon and her friend Paisley, June stopped by to inform them of her big plan.—
Dory Jackson,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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Despite the setback in Denver, the couple has been busy in the meantime.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
28 June 2025
Verb
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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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His envoy Steve Witkoff remains engaged on the issue.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
21 June 2025
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Be consistent, stay engaged and let your passion and results speak for themselves.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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The serene scene is meant to mimic the dichotomy of the scent: a powerful blend of florals mixed with vibrant woody notes.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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Imagine a city where businesses thrive, emergency response is seamless and efficient, and neighborhoods pulse with energy—a world full of Smart, Safe Cities, where technology and community spirit unite to create a safe, vibrant environment.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
30 June 2025
Verb
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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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Clark said locally, at San Dimas’ Via Verde Country Club and Pomona’s Mountain Meadows Golf Course, Spaun is remembered as a diligent kid who put in a lot of time working on his game.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
16 June 2025
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The only way to avoid False Dividend Stocks is with diligent fundamental research on cash flows.—
David Trainer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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Leaders who invest in the holistic health of their workforce can foster resilience, drive performance and cultivate a thriving organizational culture.—
Loubna Noureddin,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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What makes this destination particularly exciting to visit is the chance to explore its thriving arts scene.—
Essence,
Essence,
18 June 2025
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Although the Indianapolis Colts wide receiver room is fairly crowded with Josh Downs and Michael Pittman in town, Mitchell had a strong rookie season.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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The crowded marketplace this offseason would appear to be one of those circumstances.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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“Bustling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bustling. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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