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as in message
a communication by telephone
give me a buzz when you decide
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as in hum
a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion
the motor made a soft buzz
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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
the buzz is that this would-be blockbuster will be the bomb of the summer
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as in craze
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
longer hairstyles are the buzz this season
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as in to rush
to proceed or move quickly
we've been buzzing around all morning getting ready for the meeting with the VIPs from the head office
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Recent Examples of buzz
Usa Today Network, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
This was the surprise contender of the week, generating plenty of buzz among industry insiders at the show.
—Charlie Boyd, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026
Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
Nearly a decade later, Inky’s great getaway still has scientists buzzing about just how smart octopuses really are.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The dining room hums with music, cocktails flow freely and the buzz builds as the morning turns into afternoon, hinting at Lavo’s reputation as the Strip’s original party brunch destination.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
This was the surprise contender of the week, generating plenty of buzz among industry insiders at the show.
—Charlie Boyd, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
Between retailer window displays, social media buzz, and sightings all over New York City streets, the charming print is everywhere right now—even landing in the wardrobes of style icon Lisa Rinna and everyone’s new favorite heartthrob, Hudson Williams.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
Nearly a decade later, Inky’s great getaway still has scientists buzzing about just how smart octopuses really are.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzz
Noun
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Another of the girls in the group managed to get a message (to the police) that the sisters of the captain had been detained.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
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There were special messages from celebrities like Madonna, Missy Elliott and former President Barack Obama.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Merchant Room, helmed by two-time James Beard Award-winner Gavin Kaysen, emerges just off the lobby and hums from morning through late evening.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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One of these experiment models, ABRACADABRA, employs high-sensitivity radio to capture the faint hum of axion’s oscillating magnetic fields thanks to the close cooperation of UC Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte was mentioned in trade rumors earlier this week, as well.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Formula 1 races in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain were canceled and rumors swirled around whether future WWE events could be held in the kingdom.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Quaint fishing villages made the Outer Banks an international tourist destination, and one of the most famous of these hamlets has unveiled a plan to defy North Carolina’s coastal redevelopment craze.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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Collins compared the craze about sub packages to Chick-fil-A; the fast-food chain has a smaller menu, but continues to grow.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Rico, his wife Michele and daughter Mia burst from their chairs and cheer as Domino flexes his arms, each sleeved in tattoos of dominoes, palm trees and a Cuban cafetera with biceps.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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My heart is constantly bursting open, while also breaking into a million pieces.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Jamie Marshall, who worked as an assistant director on a number of Fuqua’s films, was struck by his ability to insure that actors never feel rushed, even when the producers start to sweat.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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While many couples have whirlwind romances, others have delayed their nuptials for a number of reasons, from not wanting to rush things to the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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DeSantis was one of several governors who answered the call, along with GOP leaders in Ohio, North Carolina and Texas.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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During the trip, the astronauts were able to speak with their spouses and children via brief, remote calls.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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The production wears its metaphors lightly with a wink and a purr.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
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On most days, the surf is loud enough to mask the steady purr of cars.—
Jeffrey Marlow,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Buzz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzz. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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