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
Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Their offense is humming (averaging nearly 36 points per game), the offensive line continues to perform at a high level, allowing very few sacks, and the defense has been feeding off momentum with key plays in recent outings.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
The fourth quarter saw Lake Ridge pull away with its offense humming.
—Jordan Neal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Nov. 2025
The room at the Art Hotel in Victoria Island was dressed with intention—well-lit and humming with purpose, every detail considered.
—Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
His legacy is alive and well in the nightclubs of Recife, the capital city, where couples dance to forró’s distinctive ringing of triangles and humming zabumba drum until the early hours.
—Carolina Abbott Galvão, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
The wealthy keep shopping As lower-income consumers pull back, spending by the top half of the K is increasingly helping to keep the economy humming.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 1 Nov. 2025
Right off the bat, the room was humming.
—Elizabeth Leonard, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
When the Panthers’ run offense is humming, Carolina can build leads and gain momentum.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
The Colts’ offense is absolutely humming.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
Meanwhile, the penalty kill is also humming at a rate unseen in Denver for a long time.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Their offense is humming (averaging nearly 36 points per game), the offensive line continues to perform at a high level, allowing very few sacks, and the defense has been feeding off momentum with key plays in recent outings.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
The fourth quarter saw Lake Ridge pull away with its offense humming.
—Jordan Neal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Nov. 2025
The room at the Art Hotel in Victoria Island was dressed with intention—well-lit and humming with purpose, every detail considered.
—Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
His legacy is alive and well in the nightclubs of Recife, the capital city, where couples dance to forró’s distinctive ringing of triangles and humming zabumba drum until the early hours.
—Carolina Abbott Galvão, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
The wealthy keep shopping As lower-income consumers pull back, spending by the top half of the K is increasingly helping to keep the economy humming.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 1 Nov. 2025
Right off the bat, the room was humming.
—Elizabeth Leonard, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
When the Panthers’ run offense is humming, Carolina can build leads and gain momentum.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humming
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Four years, later, Guillory opened a second store in New Orleans’ Central Business District, a streetcar ride away from fashionable Magazine Street and the buzzing French Quarter.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
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With historical sights like the Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace brushing up against buzzing bars and lively cafes, Ottoman-era mosques a short walk from contemporary art museums, and traditional carpet shops around the corner from trendy boutiques, Istanbul is a place where old and new coexist.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Flowers bloom all over the city, from fragrant jasmine to hot pink petals bursting from Judas trees.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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While images of retinas bursting with color and a dove flapping its wings on an outstretched human hand looped behind them, the two allowed the crowd to grow denser while bobbing along to their rhythms.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
6 Nov. 2025
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The cubes work by simply filling them up with clothes, zipping them shut, then using the middle zipper to compress clothes down to a much smaller package.—
Erin Cavoto,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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There’s a big difference between occasionally dabbling in a few sailings to the Bahamas—or perhaps zipping about on a speedboat—and true expertise in the water.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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At 40 of the country’s busiest airports, flights coming and going will be reduced by 10% this week.—
The Kim Komando Show,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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The shutdown’s ripple effects spread across nearly every part of the air travel network Friday, with the nation’s busiest airports hit hardest.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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But no one wants to be caught sifting through lawsuits or whispering about a castmate’s questionable business practices.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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Is the muse whispering in your ear?—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
19 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The summit’s comeback is in response to high demand to refocus on the thriving touring industry.—
Evan Burke,
Billboard,
6 Nov. 2025
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Cincinnati may not be renowned for a thriving hip-hop scene, but local rapper Skylar Blatt is working hard to put her city on the map.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Full of creative improvisations and whirring beats, her first album since 2017’s Halo is both another forward step in her career and a great entry point for anyone who’s never listened to Molina.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
7 Nov. 2025
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Part of the appeal of drones as hazing tools, however, is that the whirring sound of the rotors is already scary enough for most bears.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Here, vibrant colors combine to complete a mosaic of flowers and trees that extends far into the distance.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
12 Nov. 2025
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The silky maxidress was wholly evocative of the holiday season, with a vibrant color that referenced popular shades of green and red often associated with the Christmas holiday.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Humming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humming. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.
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