as in busy
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the arena is really buzzing tonight
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as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
for months the area has been buzzing with rumors that a megacorporation plans to locate its headquarters here
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as in scurrying
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 humming
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 buzzing
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
Since the Bankhead and Livermore Cinema opened, a number of popular restaurants – including Zachary’s Pizza, Sauced BBQ and Spirits and Locanda Wine Bar have transformed a once-desolate block into a buzzing culinary destination.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Like the Marrakech souks, Chatuchak is a full sensory experience of loud music, the smell of Thai street food and a buzzing, barter-friendly atmosphere.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
The feeding ports keep out buzzing bees, while the ant moat hanger will keep away pesky ants, so the nectar is saved just for the hummingbirds.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2026
The town's main thoroughfare, Anderson Avenue, is home to a buzzing variety of bars, restaurants, and shops.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
Along my walkway and all over my neighborhood, nasturtium flowers are opening like bright orange suns, fragrant lavender is attracting buzzing bees, and rosemary bushes are beginning to brighten with baby blue flowers.
—Senior Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Drawing inspiration from both family recipes and a buzzing street food culture, Ngon’s dishes are vibrant and packed with flavor.
—Nathanael Gassett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2026
On the handful of occasions in each game between them when Jokic catches at the elbow and his teammates clear out, an anxious hush invariably falls over a buzzing arena.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
QueensWay The promise of a new park has some Forest Hills business owners buzzing.
—Elle McLogan, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Hosting seven matches—including key showdowns for heavyweights England and France—Beantown will be buzzing this summer.
—Jonathan Thompson, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
In February, Axios reported that insiders were already buzzing with questions of a potential campaign following Krasner's third-term DA election and anti-Trump demeanor.
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Early in the morning last Thursday, cell phones started buzzing.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 9 June 2026
Clemente suggests looking out for frayed or damaged cords, cracked plugs, unusual warmth, buzzing noises, burning smells, or discoloration around outlets.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 9 June 2026
After uninterrupted 90-degree weekend heat and severe storms that wiped out half of its second day, New York’s Governors Ball festival rebounded Sunday (June 7) with a headlining performance from hometown rapper A$AP Rocky and a dazzling set from buzzing local rock quartet Geese.
—Drew Cohen, SPIN, 9 June 2026
The look and feel of the game, and the interactions with the world, are sure to get fans buzzing with theories about how this title is connected to Remedy's other releases.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 8 June 2026
Adjective
Hudson Square is a thriving and buzzing creative hub–and the Dominick’s Street Art Search is designed so their guests could experience exactly that.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
Since the Bankhead and Livermore Cinema opened, a number of popular restaurants – including Zachary’s Pizza, Sauced BBQ and Spirits and Locanda Wine Bar have transformed a once-desolate block into a buzzing culinary destination.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Like the Marrakech souks, Chatuchak is a full sensory experience of loud music, the smell of Thai street food and a buzzing, barter-friendly atmosphere.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
The feeding ports keep out buzzing bees, while the ant moat hanger will keep away pesky ants, so the nectar is saved just for the hummingbirds.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2026
The town's main thoroughfare, Anderson Avenue, is home to a buzzing variety of bars, restaurants, and shops.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
Along my walkway and all over my neighborhood, nasturtium flowers are opening like bright orange suns, fragrant lavender is attracting buzzing bees, and rosemary bushes are beginning to brighten with baby blue flowers.
—Senior Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Drawing inspiration from both family recipes and a buzzing street food culture, Ngon’s dishes are vibrant and packed with flavor.
—Nathanael Gassett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2026
On the handful of occasions in each game between them when Jokic catches at the elbow and his teammates clear out, an anxious hush invariably falls over a buzzing arena.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
Short bursts of work can keep productivity buzzing along.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
QueensWay The promise of a new park has some Forest Hills business owners buzzing.
—Elle McLogan, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Hosting seven matches—including key showdowns for heavyweights England and France—Beantown will be buzzing this summer.
—Jonathan Thompson, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
In February, Axios reported that insiders were already buzzing with questions of a potential campaign following Krasner's third-term DA election and anti-Trump demeanor.
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Early in the morning last Thursday, cell phones started buzzing.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 9 June 2026
Clemente suggests looking out for frayed or damaged cords, cracked plugs, unusual warmth, buzzing noises, burning smells, or discoloration around outlets.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 9 June 2026
After uninterrupted 90-degree weekend heat and severe storms that wiped out half of its second day, New York’s Governors Ball festival rebounded Sunday (June 7) with a headlining performance from hometown rapper A$AP Rocky and a dazzling set from buzzing local rock quartet Geese.
—Drew Cohen, SPIN, 9 June 2026
The look and feel of the game, and the interactions with the world, are sure to get fans buzzing with theories about how this title is connected to Remedy's other releases.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzzing
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Vanderbilt now runs the nation's third busiest transplant center, which saved 136 more critically ill patients in 2024 compared to the previous year.—
Beth Warren,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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Established in 1924, the Nogales Border Patrol Station is the second-largest station and one of the busiest sectors in the country, covering 27 miles of rugged territory.—
Suzanne Wright,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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But with Skydance’s reputation for quality game titles and Paramount’s vast library, there’s potential to carve out a space in a market that’s crowded to the point of bursting.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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The basilica's heights are bursting with nature, from the rooster who crowed while Peter denied Christ to reptiles doing the job of gargoyles, and piles of fruit that crown its spires.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
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No rest for the weary (or, in her case, the never-worn), Maxine straightens her unblemished aqua blue attire, hustles her heeled feet over to the receiver, and picks up a fresh piece of gossip — gossip that sends her scurrying back out on her next errand.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
12 Nov. 2025
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Some also hurled several glass containers filled with a blue substance, which sent event attendees scurrying toward the entrance to the hall.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Abu Dhabi’s financial district is humming, with assets surging and plans to double the amount of office space on Al Maryah Island.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
8 Dec. 2025
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The Colts' offense was humming, and the team won seven of their first eight games.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Along with vibrant shopping and entertainment options, Sacramento’s downtown has been the site in recent years of violence that required swift police response, including gun violence this past weekend.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
10 Dec. 2025
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Every year, this vibrant event expands in both its vision and mission, drawing art lovers from all corners of the globe.—
Najahe Sherman,
CBS News,
9 Dec. 2025
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The top of my head had been level with the bulging briefcase the girl had tucked under her arm.—
Annie Ernaux,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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That expansion can lead to bulging eyes, double vision and related challenges.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
27 May 2026
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After flying overnight from San Antonio back to the Big Apple, Jose Alvarado, also a native New Yorker, took part in a local Puerto Rican Day Parade, and the mayor joined him in the fun.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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Videos circulating online show Eduarda flying through the air, both arms outstretched, in the moments before her death.—
Alicia Victoria Lozano,
NBC news,
15 June 2026
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An introductory video includes views of the planet before zooming down to the Space Coast, flying over to downtown Orlando and zipping into the Dome.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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Rectangular fast-moving carts won’t inconvenience you by telling you to move out of the way and zipping past.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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