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
Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Linde is the kind of stock that does well when the economy is just OK and superb when the economy is humming.
—Kevin Stankiewicz,morgan Chittum, CNBC, 27 May 2026
The North Carolina mountains are home to a plethora of treasured towns including Asheville, Brevard, and Cashiers that are always humming with activity to celebrate the region.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
The Hidden Liability In Your Basement For decades, the physical server room was treated as a necessary evil—rows of network video recorders (NVRs) humming in back offices, consulted only after something went wrong and then forgotten.
—Robert Messer, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
But for right now, at least, the lights are on and the mill is humming.
—Literary Hub, 19 May 2026
Recruiting mainstays like Ohio State, Notre Dame, Oklahoma and Miami, among others, are humming right along with their 2027 classes, but one logo may have stuck out to you.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
Her mother’s agency, meanwhile, was still humming away in the front.
—Anne Kadet, Curbed, 15 May 2026
In between them are interchanging layers of Wagyu sofrito, humming with annatto’s earthy, peppery bitterness, and Pecorino béchamel.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Adjective
The Colts’ offense is absolutely humming.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
There’s a small, warm body of evidence that some of the most therapeutic sounds on earth may already be napping on your couch, singing outside your window and humming in your backyard.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Linde is the kind of stock that does well when the economy is just OK and superb when the economy is humming.
—Kevin Stankiewicz,morgan Chittum, CNBC, 27 May 2026
The North Carolina mountains are home to a plethora of treasured towns including Asheville, Brevard, and Cashiers that are always humming with activity to celebrate the region.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
The Hidden Liability In Your Basement For decades, the physical server room was treated as a necessary evil—rows of network video recorders (NVRs) humming in back offices, consulted only after something went wrong and then forgotten.
—Robert Messer, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
But for right now, at least, the lights are on and the mill is humming.
—Literary Hub, 19 May 2026
Recruiting mainstays like Ohio State, Notre Dame, Oklahoma and Miami, among others, are humming right along with their 2027 classes, but one logo may have stuck out to you.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
Her mother’s agency, meanwhile, was still humming away in the front.
—Anne Kadet, Curbed, 15 May 2026
In between them are interchanging layers of Wagyu sofrito, humming with annatto’s earthy, peppery bitterness, and Pecorino béchamel.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humming
Adjective
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The town's main thoroughfare, Anderson Avenue, is home to a buzzing variety of bars, restaurants, and shops.—
Dobrina Zhekova,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
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Along my walkway and all over my neighborhood, nasturtium flowers are opening like bright orange suns, fragrant lavender is attracting buzzing bees, and rosemary bushes are beginning to brighten with baby blue flowers.—
Senior Food Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2026
Verb
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There are whales and cacti; birds and deep-sea fish, or fruit and flowers bursting from the same stalk.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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The gown's intricate design created the illusion of fireworks bursting in all directions, making Davis's look a standout on the red carpet.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
24 May 2026
Verb
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An introductory video includes views of the planet before zooming down to the Space Coast, flying over to downtown Orlando and zipping into the Dome.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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The robot could adapt the size of its legs either by zipping for height or unzipping for lowering down, which could be beneficial for the robot to manage exploring uneven surfaces such as forest areas or canyons.—
Shirl Leigh
May 22,
New Atlas,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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But he's benefited from his busy daily workload and a lifetime of abstinence from tobacco and alcohol, said his physician, Sean Barbabella.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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That could have included a certain population size within three miles, a certain demographic target nearby, a maximum of 2,500 square feet on a single floor, located on a busy intersection, with a minimum number of locations per market, etc.—
George Deeb,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Verb
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The sector had been whispering earlier this year that Richemont was planning to offload Jaeger-LeCoultre.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 May 2026
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Francis and Pierre start whispering behind closed doors to one another at night, plotting whether or not to flee for a neutral country.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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Downtown Dorado has every shop and service vital to a thriving community.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Soon, a thriving gray market emerged, with BPC-157 as one of its stars.—
Sara Talpos — Undark,
STAT,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Cool blue-white LEDs lined the room’s windows, while yellow heavy-duty power outlets hung from the ceiling over rows of desks where students will learn how to maintain the servers whirring behind them.—
Mirtha Donastorg,
AJC.com,
26 May 2026
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Expect the line blender to keep whirring as the series goes on.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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For Olandria, the vibrant pink tones create the statement moment.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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In Şanlıurfa, southeastern Turkey, sacred sites tied to the biblical figure of Abraham draw Jewish, Christian and Muslim pilgrims, while prehistoric ruins and vibrant food culture anchor a city where faith and history converge.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Humming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humming. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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