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
Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
From patient inquiries to administrative notifications, your inbox is probably constantly buzzing.
—Ajay Prasad, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The program is also still buzzing from landing five-star quarterback recruit Bryce Underwood.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
With the home crowd still buzzing from the Commanders' first playoff berth since 2020, Reaves turned his focus to something even more significant.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
All-Star point guard Trae Young has dazzled this year and has Atlanta buzzing about the postseason.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
The holiday buzz continues to stay buzzing, Pisces!
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 29 Dec. 2024
While a bunch of famous people are expecting in the coming year, here are six that pop culture fans are buzzing about most.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 28 Dec. 2024
In early 2020, Daniel Bachman stood at the edge of a creek in Falmouth, Virginia, recording the sounds of the insects chittering and buzzing around him.
—Brendan Fitzgerald, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
Verb
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
From patient inquiries to administrative notifications, your inbox is probably constantly buzzing.
—Ajay Prasad, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The program is also still buzzing from landing five-star quarterback recruit Bryce Underwood.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
With the home crowd still buzzing from the Commanders' first playoff berth since 2020, Reaves turned his focus to something even more significant.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
All-Star point guard Trae Young has dazzled this year and has Atlanta buzzing about the postseason.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
The holiday buzz continues to stay buzzing, Pisces!
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 29 Dec. 2024
While a bunch of famous people are expecting in the coming year, here are six that pop culture fans are buzzing about most.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 28 Dec. 2024
In early 2020, Daniel Bachman stood at the edge of a creek in Falmouth, Virginia, recording the sounds of the insects chittering and buzzing around him.
—Brendan Fitzgerald, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzzing
Adjective
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Waters is supportive of the new film and had every intention of seeing it opening weekend, but was waylaid by his busy schedule.—
Jenelle Riley,
Variety,
15 Aug. 2025
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Manager Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta have been busy in the transfer window, but could more incomings be on the way?—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 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
Verb
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The work was conducted in FIU’s battery lab — filled with flashing chargers, humming fans, pumps cycling the air, temperature controllers and other gear — has everything needed to make batteries from scratch.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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Near the entrance of the building's nave, a triptych of towering black computer servers are humming loudly.—
Emma Bowman,
NPR,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The world is finally embracing the vibrant rhythms and authentic storytelling that have been a part of our heritage for generations.—
Nkosiyati Khumalo,
Billboard,
6 Aug. 2025
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The book reads like a love letter to America's immigrant communities, reflecting her travels from the Cambodian enclaves of Lowell, Massachusetts, to the vibrant streets of Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Arizona, Miami, Rhode Island, Puerto Rico, and El Paso.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Moose Mountain Falls indoor water park is a big draw, with a constant temperature of 86 degrees perfect for zipping down waterslides and floating on the lazy river.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
21 Dec. 2024
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But in the six years since the probe has been zipping through outer space and flying by the Sun?—
Eric Berger,
Ars Technica,
19 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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That’s despite the genre’s massive sales and streaming numbers, its dominance on the charts, and its own thriving music video tradition.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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For her part, LePatner said UJA had been integral in her growth as a business executive with a thriving Jewish identity.—
Jackie Hajdenberg,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Its Crown Kids Club pulses with creativity—think gooey slime-making, art workshops, kids’ gymnastics, and lively Pokémon shows—plus a dedicated cinema, a LEGO playroom, a mini kitchen workshop, and a glittering Princess Spa.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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The lively multi-cultural party band Kotoko Brass plays on Aug. 16 at 7:30 p.m. on Guilford Green Stage One.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
10 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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That history gives the band an edge—and credibility—in a crowded market.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Unlike other tests that can take several minutes or require privacy to use, this method is fast and low-profile, perfect for crowded clubs, bars, or house parties.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Buzzing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzzing. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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