as in tapping
to strike or cause to strike lightly and usually rhythmically
absentmindedly drumming his fingers on the table
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Recent Examples of drumming
The White Stripes broke up almost 15 years ago, but discussions of Meg’s drumming are still taking place.
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Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Chris heard drumming and thought the band had returned.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
The celebration will open and close with traditional drumming by Dancing Cloud Drum Circle, featuring tribal youth dancers.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
Vine Picks African drumming and dance is having a resurgence in Kansas City thanks to two master drummers teaching the art and the history to younger audiences.
—Mara Williams, Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2025
Led by cultural artist and storyteller Lillian Grant Baptiste, this community gathering features storytelling, drumming, dance, a libation ritual, candle lighting, and a closing affirmation of unity.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Another is a headless drummer, who was seen drumming around 1650 before the castle was attacked by Oliver Cromwell.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 22 Oct. 2025
In a rare rock swap, Freese then returned to his old seat drumming for NIN.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2025
Since drumming in a college band, the 64-year-old politician has remained a fan of groups like Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden.
—Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Chris heard drumming and thought the band had returned.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
The celebration will open and close with traditional drumming by Dancing Cloud Drum Circle, featuring tribal youth dancers.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
Vine Picks African drumming and dance is having a resurgence in Kansas City thanks to two master drummers teaching the art and the history to younger audiences.
—Mara Williams, Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2025
Led by cultural artist and storyteller Lillian Grant Baptiste, this community gathering features storytelling, drumming, dance, a libation ritual, candle lighting, and a closing affirmation of unity.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Another is a headless drummer, who was seen drumming around 1650 before the castle was attacked by Oliver Cromwell.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 22 Oct. 2025
In a rare rock swap, Freese then returned to his old seat drumming for NIN.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2025
Since drumming in a college band, the 64-year-old politician has remained a fan of groups like Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden.
—Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drumming
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Prior to the August merger, Paramount endured a brutal stretch following the pandemic, with years of instability and mismanagement culminating in the media giant tapping three co-CEOs to lead the company through tumult.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
11 Nov. 2025
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Judge Jack McConnell, who is overseeing the case, ordered the administration to make at least partial benefits as soon as possible by tapping the contingency fund, and to investigate if other money could be used.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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The legendary Public Enemy rapper and dating show debutante served as the guest judge on Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night, in which the eight remaining couples hit the floor with head-banging routines set to a litany of iconic anthems.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Nov. 2025
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If someone does encounter a coyote, officials said to scare away the animal by yelling, using airhorns, banging pots and pans or throwing objects.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
30 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Drumming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drumming. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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