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as in powerhouses
an ambitious person who eagerly goes after what is desired
he's a real hummer when it comes to getting new clients for his advertising agency
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as in beauties
something very good of its kind
this is the author's first mystery novel, and it's a hummer
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Recent Examples of hummers
Then, watch as the hummers arrive in droves.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
Juegoal Window Hummingbird Feeder Window hummingbird feeders are an extra-fun way to watch the birds at home, attracting hummers for an up-close view.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
On chilly mornings, the hummers will flock to feeders at the first hint of daylight to drink the high-energy nectar.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
Juegoal Window Hummingbird Feeder Window hummingbird feeders are an extra-fun way to watch the birds at home, attracting hummers for an up-close view.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
On chilly mornings, the hummers will flock to feeders at the first hint of daylight to drink the high-energy nectar.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hummers
Noun
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Lentils are fiber powerhouses, offering over half your daily needs in a single cup cooked.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
6 May 2026
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These small, oily fish are nutritional powerhouses loaded with omega-3s, vitamin D, and other nutrients.—
Kathleen Ferraro,
Verywell Health,
1 May 2026
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One of the many beauties of being Mexican is the right to be very loud and proud (justifiably so) about our abundant culinary contributions.—
Inés Anguiano,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 May 2026
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From tropical beauties to drought-tolerant natives, these perennials will keep your garden looking its best all summer long.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Around him, siblings, lovers and friends face CIA threats, tourist-rental anxieties, drug-dealing producers, secret desire and lottery dreams in a choral portrait of love, family and frustrated escape.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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Each gets stage time to speak at length about their dreams, both realized and broken, and regrets.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
11 May 2026
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Crystal born from nuclear fire Clathrates are architectural wonders of the microscopic world.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 May 2026
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The independent watchmaker has experienced a massive surge in popularity over the past few years, moving from a niche IYKYK brand into the mainstream, with celebrities like Michael Jordan and Mark Zuckerberg strapping on its high-complication wonders.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 May 2026
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Friday, May 15, Birthday Lunch, Oven Fried Chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, whole grain bread, peaches, cake, milk.—
Ramona Sentinel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Try blending it with strawberries, peaches, or raspberries, says Choe.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
12 May 2026
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Gift a bouquet of daisies paired with greenery like eucalyptus, ferns, or baby’s breath for a fresh arrangement.—
Jenny Krane,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2026
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Celebrate Mom with this bright bouquet filled with a mix of mini purple carnations, chamomile daisies, green button chrysanthemums, pink cushion chrysanthemums, and a yellow rose.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
4 May 2026
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“Hummers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hummers. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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