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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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as in to hum
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
the little plane buzzed past the crowd
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Recent Examples of buzz
Kansas City Star, 10 July 2025
Dolphins tend to be social, live in groups and use different methods of echolocation like buzzes, whistles or slapping their tail against the water to communicate with one another, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
—Paloma Chavez
july 7, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2025
Hunter Ingram, Variety, 11 July 2025
One of the fastest-growing and most multicultural cities in North America, Toronto is always buzzing.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Riding the wave Still other curveballs can await a player after the draft night buzz has subsided.
—Kansas City Star, 10 July 2025
Dolphins tend to be social, live in groups and use different methods of echolocation like buzzes, whistles or slapping their tail against the water to communicate with one another, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
—Paloma Chavez
july 7, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2025
Verb
The crew are all fans of the show, so the day that Eric was working was one of those special days where everybody was buzzing.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 11 July 2025
One of the fastest-growing and most multicultural cities in North America, Toronto is always buzzing.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzz
Noun
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Lex outmaneuvers the titular hero for most of Superman, turning the public against him by uncovering the entirety of the sinister message from his Kryptonian parents and orchestrating a political conflict for personal gain.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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However, the crash landing damaged pieces of that message.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Nolan Arenado of the St. Louis Cardinals has been at the epicenter of rumors for several months, but a full no-trade protection and contract complexities will keep the 10-time Gold Glove Award winner far away from the Bronx.—
Wayne G. McDonnell,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Expect to continue hearing rumors surrounding McLaurin heading towards the start of the 2025 season.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
Noun
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And who could forget the Trader Joe’s mini canvas tote TikTok craze that had shoppers swiping the supermarket’s stock to later DIY with ribbons, embroidery, and Jane Birkin-esque adornments?—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
3 July 2025
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What started as a playful affirmation craze turned into a global conversation about mindset and the power of expectation.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
Verb
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Bubbly, bittersweet, and bursting with untapped potential, a bottle of tonic water is the key to a whole summer of compelling cocktails.—
Amiel Stanek,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 July 2025
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Creativity was not limited to the attacking players — but also applied to centre-backs, who were encouraged to burst forward into midfield, or beat their man before playing the pass.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
Verb
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Pascual suffered a massive head injury and was rushed to Maimonides Medical Center where he was put on life support.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
6 July 2025
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Humanity is rushing toward a climate cliff, and MAGA is jamming its foot on the gas pedal.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
6 July 2025
Verb
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The grand ballroom of the Austin Film Society's 40th anniversary gala hummed with energy.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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The Fed has kept interest rates steady for several months now as the U.S. economy continues to hum along better than many had expected.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
1 July 2025
Noun
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The chief also said there had been a second call for service regarding the incident — this one from a community member who saw federal agents and reported that whatever conflict was happening appeared to be escalating.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 July 2025
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However, the Mets challenged the call and replay review showed his body had slid off the bag.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 July 2025
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In a clever flex of corporate synergy, Apple promoted its first summer blockbuster with the release of a haptic trailer that imitates the purr of an F1 engine in the palms of your hands.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
17 June 2025
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Baldwin’s husky purr of a voice sets the table for the events of the film, before settling back to pop in every now and then with an omniscient insight or unspoken truth.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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“Buzz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzz. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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