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
Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025
The space itself — bright, polished, and buzzing — sets the tone for a brunch that’s chic without being stiff.
—Rai Mincey, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Their move back to the Taiwanese capital, where the mother sets up a food stand in a buzzing night market, brings them into closer proximity with her family.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
From right to left, Minion's piece transitions from the portrait to a picture of the basketball player celebrating, accentuated with lines that echo his excitement, and then to a buzzing rod of light that highlights the star's role as a facilitator on the court.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 26 Aug. 2025
An always-buzzing defender with state track speed, the 6-foot-2, 180-pound Oliva covers a lot of ground for the Nighthawks defense.
—Matt Schubert, Denver Post, 18 Aug. 2025
The arrival of this large spider wasp with buzzing red wings that can inflict a debilitating, albeit temporary, sting certainly captured my attention.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2025
More expensive waffle makers accompany these lights with a beeping or buzzing sound.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2025
The Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills morphed into a buzzing summer celebration, where flashing lights, flowing conversation, and fresh talent collided under the stars.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
The 48,000 Yankee faithful will be buzzing.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2025
The buzzing arena features a plethora of food options, but Pop’s Patties and Coco Bred always grab her attention.
—Marc Williams, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Sep. 2025
Passersby pause to take in the beauty of her native plants or offer a compliment, and children, mouths agape and fingers pointing, marvel at the buzzing inhabitants.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2025
How this business could possibly be profitable for all parties wasn’t entirely clear at the event, but the Yang Gangers were buzzing about it.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 24 Sep. 2025
First opened in 1994 within the top 14 floors of Kenzo Tange’s Shinjuku Park Tower, Park Hyatt Tokyo quickly became the standard-bearer for luxury hotels in the buzzing metropolis over the next two decades.
—Yukari Sakamoto, AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Fans are already buzzing about season 50.
—Terry Terrones, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025
First announced in February, the new standalone brand — NikeSKIMS — has had fans buzzing with anticipation ever since, eager to see what the iconic brands would cook up.
—Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Just down the hill, West Hollywood has lots of other diversions to keep you entertained and at ease, including award-winning spas, sushi omakase at the always-buzzing Uchi, and endless workout opportunities from group fitness classes to Runyon Canyon hikes.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025
The space itself — bright, polished, and buzzing — sets the tone for a brunch that’s chic without being stiff.
—Rai Mincey, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Their move back to the Taiwanese capital, where the mother sets up a food stand in a buzzing night market, brings them into closer proximity with her family.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
From right to left, Minion's piece transitions from the portrait to a picture of the basketball player celebrating, accentuated with lines that echo his excitement, and then to a buzzing rod of light that highlights the star's role as a facilitator on the court.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 26 Aug. 2025
An always-buzzing defender with state track speed, the 6-foot-2, 180-pound Oliva covers a lot of ground for the Nighthawks defense.
—Matt Schubert, Denver Post, 18 Aug. 2025
The arrival of this large spider wasp with buzzing red wings that can inflict a debilitating, albeit temporary, sting certainly captured my attention.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2025
More expensive waffle makers accompany these lights with a beeping or buzzing sound.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2025
The Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills morphed into a buzzing summer celebration, where flashing lights, flowing conversation, and fresh talent collided under the stars.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
Verb
The crowd should be buzzing and the ball should be flying at Nippert Stadium.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
The 48,000 Yankee faithful will be buzzing.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2025
The buzzing arena features a plethora of food options, but Pop’s Patties and Coco Bred always grab her attention.
—Marc Williams, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Sep. 2025
Passersby pause to take in the beauty of her native plants or offer a compliment, and children, mouths agape and fingers pointing, marvel at the buzzing inhabitants.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2025
How this business could possibly be profitable for all parties wasn’t entirely clear at the event, but the Yang Gangers were buzzing about it.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 24 Sep. 2025
First opened in 1994 within the top 14 floors of Kenzo Tange’s Shinjuku Park Tower, Park Hyatt Tokyo quickly became the standard-bearer for luxury hotels in the buzzing metropolis over the next two decades.
—Yukari Sakamoto, AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Fans are already buzzing about season 50.
—Terry Terrones, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025
First announced in February, the new standalone brand — NikeSKIMS — has had fans buzzing with anticipation ever since, eager to see what the iconic brands would cook up.
—Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzzing
Adjective
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There’s no better way to bring peace to a busy weeknight, welcome a new neighbor, or be reminded of your childhood than a nostalgic comfort food.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Good morning, it's been another busy week in Central Indiana.—
Joe Mutascio,
IndyStar,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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So with Fenway Park bursting with anticipation on Friday night, the pressure ratcheted up against the Detroit Tigers, Chapman narrowed his focus — not just to the catcher’s mitt, but the laces within its webbing.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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While the first game trafficked in elegant neatness, Hades II is practically bursting at the seams with excess.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Normally, the hours and days before the prospect of a shutdown on Capitol Hill are filled with scenes of lawmakers and aides scurrying about to negotiate possible settlements.—
Alexander Bolton,
The Hill,
30 Sep. 2025
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After scurrying through passengers, the scared kitten ended up in the arms of New York native Betsaida Mercado, who picked up the feline and took her home.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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Mike McDaniel’s Dolphins offense was humming early Sunday; the Dolphins took a 17-0 first half lead and Darren Waller caught all five passes thrown to him for 78 yards and a touchdown.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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The set is humming with energy, but Morman stays locked in, switching seamlessly from host to producer, moving with the rhythm of someone who’s been in this position a thousand times before.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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However, the more vibrant color for color lasers is the most consistent difference between the two.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
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The show was also filmed in color at a time when British TV was resolutely black-and-white, meaning that fans had to imagine the vibrant green, orange, and yellow color schemes of Thunderbirds 2, 3, and 4, respectively, for themselves.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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RAKxa Jai, meanwhile, focuses on holistic wellness, with teams of staff offering a bulging book of treatments, including crystal healing, traditional Ayurvedic treatments and Marma Healing massage.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The Saetbyol-4, which shares the Global Hawk's bulging fuselage design, is a reconnaissance aircraft while the Saetbyol-9, like the Reaper, is an attack drone.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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What To Know Schleswig-Holstein's interior minster, Sabine Sütterlin-Waack, confirmed that drones were seen flying above the coastal state just south of Denmark overnight into Friday, September 26, and that the incident is under investigation for potential sabotage or espionage.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The shutdown means the Fed will be partially flying blind with investors expecting the central bank's second rate cut of the year later this month and another decrease in December.—
Sean Conlon,Pia Singh,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After zipping his bag, Manchester started moving the crew to the cooler.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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When temperatures dip, zipping them back on feels like a magic trick, instantly creating a pair of water-resistant pants with UPF 50+ sun protection.—
Alice Bennett,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Buzzing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzzing. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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