as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the new science center is usually humming with school groups on Thursdays
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as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
one restaurant was humming with diners, while a neighboring eatery was practically empty
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as in zipping
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
a helicopter hummed overhead
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Recent Examples of humming
Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 17 Oct. 2025
Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Her Sunnyside restaurant feels like a celebration of cultures, flowing with fruit-forward cocktails, as tables share stews like the red lentil misir humming with heat and warmed with cardamom and cloves.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
Equity LifeStyle Properties Earnings in January showed that business is humming at the real estate investment trust and operator of RV campgrounds and manufactured home communities, according to the bank.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
The choral elements on the record shine most vividly on the title track, which features polyphonic swells of voices humming melodies, overtaking the piano, dropping and then rising again.
—Hanif Abdurraqib, New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2026
The sprint to build these sprawling facilities, which hold racks of humming servers powered by expensive processors, has touched off an unprecedented level of borrowing, pinched energy supplies and brought developers into conflict with communities worried about rising power and water costs.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
Like humming, gargling engages muscles connected to the vagus nerve.
—Chloe Burcham, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2026
While McDaniel called the plays, who was responsible for make sure the passing game is in rhythm, and humming?
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
After the automatic front doors swing guests into the lobby, an ironwork chandelier, olive-green velour curtains, and a humming fireplace dress the Hotel Chelsea in a confidently maximalist wardrobe.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
The Colts’ offense is absolutely humming.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
The Canadian engine at best-on-best just kept on humming Thursday.
—Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Her Sunnyside restaurant feels like a celebration of cultures, flowing with fruit-forward cocktails, as tables share stews like the red lentil misir humming with heat and warmed with cardamom and cloves.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
Equity LifeStyle Properties Earnings in January showed that business is humming at the real estate investment trust and operator of RV campgrounds and manufactured home communities, according to the bank.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
The choral elements on the record shine most vividly on the title track, which features polyphonic swells of voices humming melodies, overtaking the piano, dropping and then rising again.
—Hanif Abdurraqib, New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2026
The sprint to build these sprawling facilities, which hold racks of humming servers powered by expensive processors, has touched off an unprecedented level of borrowing, pinched energy supplies and brought developers into conflict with communities worried about rising power and water costs.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
Like humming, gargling engages muscles connected to the vagus nerve.
—Chloe Burcham, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2026
While McDaniel called the plays, who was responsible for make sure the passing game is in rhythm, and humming?
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
After the automatic front doors swing guests into the lobby, an ironwork chandelier, olive-green velour curtains, and a humming fireplace dress the Hotel Chelsea in a confidently maximalist wardrobe.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humming
Adjective
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Just off the gondola entrance sits Club Moritzino, one of the Dolomites’ most enduring mountain huts and a buzzing lunch and apres-ski destination.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
10 Feb. 2026
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From Montana to Colorado, here's where to find great powder, epic skiing, and buzzing après scenes out West.—
Caroline Tell,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Say hello to your new favorite pizza that’s bursting with vibrant flavor!—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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Others expel water from their cells to prevent the freeze-thaw cycle from bursting cell walls.—
Alex Kuffner,
The Providence Journal,
14 Feb. 2026
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These small pets’ active and engaging behavior, from zipping around the tank and finding places to hide in solo play to following movement outside the tank in interactive play, can keep a kid’s attention.—
Sierra Leone Starks,
Parents,
10 Feb. 2026
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Watching from the stands means getting a glimpse of some behind-the-scenes magic, like cameras zipping across cables overhead and the talent — whether dressed as Italian opera masters, architectural marvels, chefs or Pinocchio — waiting in the wings between acts.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Lately, Chalamet has been busy moving beyond movie promotion and hitting the Oscars campaign trail following his best actor nomination for Marty Supreme.—
Christi Carras,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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This can be a place of refuge after a busy day of new experiences or from the bustling pool deck.—
Megan duBois,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The nun moved from one child to the next, tucking them back under the covers, rubbing backs,and whispering sweet words of affection.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
15 Feb. 2026
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The influencer was seen whispering into the ear of the football star and father of three as well as putting her hand on his back.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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That meeting plunged Frisco — an affluent Collin County suburb known for high-ranking schools and a thriving business climate — into the precarious national battleground over race, identity, immigration and opportunity.—
Sarah Bahari,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Embedded in a thriving corridor of business and innovation, our students can intern year-round, seamlessly integrating professional experience into their academic schedules.—
Adam Hasner,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Across Milan and the Dolomites, two dozen drones are whirring slightly behind skiers, lugers and even speed skaters, bringing viewers across the world to the mountains and ice.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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The Olympics star-making machine has started whirring, and no sport is more ripe for some stars than curling.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Of the other options, Bone Fire takes grilling to another level with unique preparations of excellent cuts of meat and fresh fish, while Marea, which serves lunch and dinner, explores the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean.—
José Cantillo Ferrer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Kelly’s emotional two-dimensionality increases our anger on behalf of Pidgeon’s Carolyn, a vibrant professional woman who sees her life and her career toxified by the paparazzi and the press.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
14 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Humming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humming. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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