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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
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.
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Don’t use soaps or bleach, as these products may harm hummers.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 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
Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Don’t use soaps or bleach, as these products may harm hummers.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 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
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In an appearance on Good Hang with Amy Poehler, the two comedy powerhouses reminisced on their respective series hits.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
29 Mar. 2026
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Saturn in your companionable 7th house is encouraging Pluto in your playful 5th house, so the energy of these cosmic powerhouses should be a little less hard to handle and a lot more fun!—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Mar. 2026
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Its first part centers on the beauties of Joseon and includes a key work by Shin Yun-bok depicting scenes of everyday life.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
20 Mar. 2026
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These low-maintenance beauties flower spring, summer, and fall on compact plants that require no pruning or deadheading.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2026
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Harriette Cole is a lifestylist and founder of DREAMLEAPERS, an initiative to help people access and activate their dreams.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Finally, Irene dreams of dancing on a Parisian stage, but her father’s ailing health puts her hopes in jeopardy.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
22 Mar. 2026
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In addition to a great leave-in, a curl-specific serum or oil can work wonders to seal your ends and lock in hydration.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
23 Mar. 2026
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Stolen jewels can do wonders for the imagination, even if they are tucked away in a safe.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2026
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More than half of the USDA's samples of peaches, plums, nectarines and pears had residues of fludioxonil, which may harm the liver, hormones and nervous system, the EWG said based on findings from animal studies.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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There will be Cajun food, pies, barbecue, soul food, Latin food, peaches and pizza.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Nothing says spring is here like Margeurite daisies (Argyranthemum frutescens).—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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The field is planted with a profusion of Wildflowers including Oxeye daisies, Field Scabious, Knapweed, and Kidney Vetch.—
Caroline Donald,
Architectural Digest,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Hummers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hummers. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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