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as in slugs
a lazy person
those drones just lie around while we do all the work
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2
as in laborers
a person who does very hard or dull work
after lunch my fellow drones and I shuffle back to our cubicles
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as in hums
a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion
heard the drone of an airplane overhead
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1
as in buzzes
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
the sound of droning bees all around us
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as in lounges
to spend time doing nothing
instead of getting a job, he preferred to drone and live off his parents
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Recent Examples of drones
Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 19 Oct. 2025
As one of the main organizers of the Tianjin exhibition, the People’s Liberation Army focused on displaying its latest aviation assault assets, featuring an array of helicopters, drones, and airborne weapon systems.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2025
However, it is not only seen in the field as an innovation that not only increases the capabilities of VTOL aircraft, but also one that is scalable enough to produce a whole new family of drones.
—David Szondy
october 19, New Atlas, 19 Oct. 2025
The Russians have also continued nightly barrages of drones and missiles against targets across Ukraine, especially against energy infrastructure.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
Check out our other guides to the best telescopes, binoculars, cameras, star projectors, drones, lego and much more.
—Alexander Cox, Space.com, 18 Oct. 2025
Against the backdrop of a minimal orchestral ensemble, just strings, brass and percussion, Doldinger used early synthesizers to create a sonic soundscape evoking sonar pulses, engine drones and the metallic ambience inside the World War 2 U-boat.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 Oct. 2025
There were dozens more attack drones in our skies.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 17 Oct. 2025
Just in the past two days, the spicy, junky stuff has come in a bit ( quantum , drones , upstart nuclear power ), helpfully.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
Russian drones have made a clear sky into a source of terror for Ukrainian young people.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 19 Oct. 2025
As one of the main organizers of the Tianjin exhibition, the People’s Liberation Army focused on displaying its latest aviation assault assets, featuring an array of helicopters, drones, and airborne weapon systems.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2025
However, it is not only seen in the field as an innovation that not only increases the capabilities of VTOL aircraft, but also one that is scalable enough to produce a whole new family of drones.
—David Szondy
october 19, New Atlas, 19 Oct. 2025
The Russians have also continued nightly barrages of drones and missiles against targets across Ukraine, especially against energy infrastructure.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
Check out our other guides to the best telescopes, binoculars, cameras, star projectors, drones, lego and much more.
—Alexander Cox, Space.com, 18 Oct. 2025
Against the backdrop of a minimal orchestral ensemble, just strings, brass and percussion, Doldinger used early synthesizers to create a sonic soundscape evoking sonar pulses, engine drones and the metallic ambience inside the World War 2 U-boat.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 Oct. 2025
There were dozens more attack drones in our skies.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 17 Oct. 2025
Just in the past two days, the spicy, junky stuff has come in a bit ( quantum , drones , upstart nuclear power ), helpfully.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drones
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The air buzzes with nostalgia and pride as alumni return to the yard, reconnecting with old classmates, sharing stories, and celebrating the legacy that shaped them.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
16 Oct. 2025
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Spaces to roam are flanked by a central courtyard restaurant that buzzes with diners who feast over The House’s signature lobster pasta, moquecas (Brazilian fish stew), and cassava gnocchi.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Oct. 2025
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The machinery of violence here hums louder each week.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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Once a sleepy town, Hudson has reinvented itself as a trend-forward haunt that draws New Yorkers seeking tranquility—yet still hums with a lively energy.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Sep. 2025
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The cranky and irritating backseat driver, who bums a lift midway through the Griswolds' adventure, also has with her the easily excitable pooch Dinky.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Sep. 2025
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Flueger, 41, who plays Adam Ruzek on the police drama, plans to return later this season, PEOPLE confirms.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Following the departure of Robin Weigert's Teddi following season 1, that leaves only Hartley and Fiona Rene, who plays attorney Reenie Greene, from Colter's original stable.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Oct. 2025
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Challengers, including conservative advocacy groups, argue the law unconstitutionally chills political speech and participation.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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This kind of political pressure on broadcasters and artists chills free speech and threatens the livelihoods of thousands of working Americans.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Sep. 2025
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Barring an injury-recovery miracle, Dalton is going to start this game as Young rests his problematic ankle.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Oct. 2025
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Instead, that power rests exclusively with Congress, the brief said.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
21 Oct. 2025
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The Fet-Fisk chef recommends cemetery wine strolls and late nights at the Squirrel Cage.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Oct. 2025
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Kwan’s ex-fiancée, Molly (Dianne Doan), who developed amnesia after a car accident several years prior, strolls into Grey Sloan and the two attempt a relationship again … until Kwan learns that Molly’s using him in hopes of getting her memories back.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
9 Oct. 2025
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Who else pokes holes in this claim?—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Oct. 2025
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Later in the episode, Kelce's cohost and brother, Jason Kelce, pokes fun at Lively's athleticism in a storyline that sees Bridget attend a soccer camp.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Drones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drones. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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