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as in busy
involved in often constant activity
a bustling greeter was there to welcome guests to the grand opening
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as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
a bustling shopping center during the Christmas season
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as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
on Saturdays the city's downtown bustles with activity as a farmers' market sets up shop
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as in travelling
to proceed or move quickly
the hostess bustled about, taking care of last-minute preparations for the party
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Recent Examples of bustling
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
It’s expected to be a bustling weekend on the roads and in the air across the country.
—Sara Schilling
updated August 28, Idaho Statesman, 28 Aug. 2025
Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
Those who know Spain’s most famous pilgrimage may be surprised to hear these lightly trodden paths are part of the bustling Camino de Santiago, a popular long-distance trek to the city of Santiago de Compostela.
—Hayley Domin, AFAR Media, 10 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Airport Drama Takes Off Australia’s SBS Australia’s SBS has ordered The Chaplain, an eight-part drama series set in a bustling international airport.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
It’s expected to be a bustling weekend on the roads and in the air across the country.
—Sara Schilling
updated August 28, Idaho Statesman, 28 Aug. 2025
Verb
And putting heavy utility operations into a bustling sports and entertainment district probably wasn’t going to be practical.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
Those who know Spain’s most famous pilgrimage may be surprised to hear these lightly trodden paths are part of the bustling Camino de Santiago, a popular long-distance trek to the city of Santiago de Compostela.
—Hayley Domin, AFAR Media, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bustling
Adjective
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It's been a busy week for the European technology sector.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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The seven people killed by the explosions are believed to have been working for Devastating Pyrotechnics in the busy days ahead of a string of shows scheduled on and around the Fourth of July.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The space itself — bright, polished, and buzzing — sets the tone for a brunch that’s chic without being stiff.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Their move back to the Taiwanese capital, where the mother sets up a food stand in a buzzing night market, brings them into closer proximity with her family.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
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Finish the look with a fall wreath bursting with harvest blooms.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Enchanted glittered with edible pink shimmer dust, and bursting with fruity, botanical flavors – Grey Goose with watermelon basil essences, vermouth and basil.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Entrepreneurs who report higher well-being are more engaged in their businesses, thereby fueling their incentive to grow their ventures.—
Samantha Dewalt,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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The majority of commenters agreed that the engaged couple were not in the wrong and that the in-laws were overreacting and being too sensitive.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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Much of the Southeast, especially the southern Appalachians, remains on track for an on-time and vibrant peak foliage.—
Kyle Reiman,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Among the 35 hues are trendy cool tones, conventional nudes, vibrant reds, and bold, creative colors like magenta and blackish-purple.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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While connecting with her affectionate, teeming new clan, Marina also is forced to reconcile with the past, negotiating her idealized memories of her parents and difficult truths that have been long buried.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
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Before the new regulations, says Annie Inglis, Marine Biology Presenter with Quark, the expedition crew would be hurrying to get guests in Zodiacs to try to get closer to a bear sighting like this.—
Cassidy Randall,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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When shopping for supplements, be diligent about choosing products that contain quality ingredients and are made by reputable companies.—
Sam Manzella,
Flow Space,
10 Sep. 2025
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Identifying stocks that combine strong fundamentals with cheap valuations should remain a priority for diligent investors.—
David Trainer,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Bustling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bustling. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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