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as in hums
a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion
the irritating whiz of a bee in the room
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as in experts
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
the computer whiz to whom we all go when we're having problems, which is fairly often
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as in wizards
a very smart person
one of those whizzes who does very well in every subject
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as in hisses
to make a sound like that of stretching out the speech sound \s\
just hearing the bullets whiz as they fly by their heads must be terrifying for soldiers
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as in buzzes
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
many vehicles were whizzing past us at breakneck speeds
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Recent Examples of whizzes
Brian Moylan, Vulture, 14 May 2026
This powerful little blender has a 1200-watt motor that whizzes through tough kale stems, hearty nuts, and cubes of ice with ease.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Verb
Somehow Tiffany whizzes through, knows how to spell, and secures herself the win.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 14 May 2026
This powerful little blender has a 1200-watt motor that whizzes through tough kale stems, hearty nuts, and cubes of ice with ease.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whizzes
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While other animals such as rats and mice are also known to have laryngeal whistles, the study says that horses are believed to be the only animals known to combine the whistle with vocal fold vibrations to create a single, dual sound call.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
25 Feb. 2026
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Mrtka was actively involved between the whistles and after the whistle, using his size to clear the net and get under opponents’ skin.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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This 1950s-era facility, one of five that turns out home appliances under familiar GE brands such as Hotpoint and Profile, is preparing to reclaim a manufacturing line that currently hums in China.—
David J. Lynch,
Washington Post,
31 May 2026
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Your 5th House of Creativity hums as emotional Moon opposes therapeutic Chiron in your 11th House of Friends, inviting balance between personal expression and group input.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2026
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That stockpile, deep below the surface, is unlikely to have sustained much damage from strikes at ground level, according to the experts, especially given that the Israeli military struck tunnel entrances in the same manner during the Twelve-Day War last year.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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With that in mind, the other major variable each year is seasonal conditions, and experts agree that 2023 was as perfect a season as nature can offer.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
31 May 2026
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At the same time, fencing is also touting is status as an Ivy League favorite, a discipline that has historically appealed to artists and egghead-y types including engineers, architects, finance and technical wizards, as well as artists.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
28 May 2026
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Warm up those wands, wizards, because the world of Harry Potter is hoping to cast a marketing spell over the metro area this summer.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
27 May 2026
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Gaga hisses to her hair and makeup team after Priestly swans away.—
Nigel Smith,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
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Carrie’s voice hisses in my ear.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Apr. 2026
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The Coburg Bar buzzes with a zappy, more visible, businesses-like energy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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The surrounding area buzzes with energy during market hours.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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The couple zips into the Los Angeles International Airport in style in an undated photo.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
28 May 2026
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Quarter zips, skirt overlay pants, and asymmetric blazers are paired with unexpected sneaker styles to give an unconventional look.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Honey is ready to bring love, purrs and playful cuddles to her forever home.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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Washington delivers the dialogue with a thrilling range from purrs to roars, all imbued with an authoritative swagger.—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
New Yorker,
21 Jan. 2026
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“Whizzes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whizzes. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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