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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
Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 18 July 2025
Strolling through the Mumbai neighborhoods of Colaba and Bandra, the grandeur of the Art Deco buildings might be drowned out by the excitement around the city’s bustling outdoor markets and the honking of tuk-tuk taxis.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 24 July 2025
End the journey back in time at Place Bourg-de-Four—the city’s oldest square is filled with bustling patios perfect for people-watching with a glass of wine.
—Anna Haines, AFAR Media, 23 July 2025
Polish archaeologists recently uncovered an elite knight's burial in remarkable condition – all in the middle of a bustling tourist city.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2025
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Adjective
The Fortune 100’s different RTO reality Though the U.S.’s largest 100 companies by revenue are reveling in bustling office spaces swelling with workers, the story of the rest of the country’s return-to-office push is much less dramatic.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 18 July 2025
Strolling through the Mumbai neighborhoods of Colaba and Bandra, the grandeur of the Art Deco buildings might be drowned out by the excitement around the city’s bustling outdoor markets and the honking of tuk-tuk taxis.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 24 July 2025
End the journey back in time at Place Bourg-de-Four—the city’s oldest square is filled with bustling patios perfect for people-watching with a glass of wine.
—Anna Haines, AFAR Media, 23 July 2025
Polish archaeologists recently uncovered an elite knight's burial in remarkable condition – all in the middle of a bustling tourist city.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bustling
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While Earn and Learn helps teenager find employment, the program’s participants have been on a steady decrease since 2022 Kylee Jackson, 15, has kept her mornings busy this summer.—
Maya Bell,
jsonline.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Waters is supportive of the new film and had every intention of seeing it opening weekend, but was waylaid by his busy schedule.—
Jenelle Riley,
Variety,
15 Aug. 2025
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At one point Harry Maguire tried to inject urgency, bursting forward with the ball and urging Alejandro Garnacho and Diogo Dalot to run ahead.—
Laurie Whitwell,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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An intellectually dense film bursting with ideas, some of them contradictory, some troubling, all of them provocative.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
31 Dec. 2024
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Aligning Teams Around Goals And Vision Often, leaders struggle to build organizations with highly motivated and engaged workers.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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This class offers an opportunity to stay active and engaged.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Aug. 2025
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As a city known for its tech industry and vibrant communities, Seattle has attracted several national and regional internet providers.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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Inspired by vibrant Spanish style and the timeless elegance of London, Mi Bolsa blends artsian craftsmanship with premium materials to create pieces that are both easy-going and in vogue.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Street performers and buzzing crowds returned to Bourbon Street on Thursday after police reopened it hours before the Sugar Bowl, which was delayed a day and was expected to draw 70,000 fans to the nearby Superdome.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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From patient inquiries to administrative notifications, your inbox is probably constantly buzzing.—
Ajay Prasad,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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These past few weeks have also brought to mind the Kennedy researcher Harold Weisberg, whose early books were a countercultural phenomenon and who was known for his diligent, insistent filling of FOIA requests.—
Kaitlyn Tiffany,
The Atlantic,
7 Aug. 2025
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Ultimately, thoughtful prompts integrated with diligent validation can ensure your business remains agile, informed, and competitive in today's evolving marketplace.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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That’s despite the genre’s massive sales and streaming numbers, its dominance on the charts, and its own thriving music video tradition.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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For her part, LePatner said UJA had been integral in her growth as a business executive with a thriving Jewish identity.—
Jackie Hajdenberg,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Aug. 2025
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That history gives the band an edge—and credibility—in a crowded market.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Unlike other tests that can take several minutes or require privacy to use, this method is fast and low-profile, perfect for crowded clubs, bars, or house parties.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Bustling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bustling. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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