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
Richard Lum, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2024
But the other part of this story—a humming economy—is great for Mastercard (MA), which takes a slice of each payment that rolls down its network.
—Brett Owens, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Sorry, Tork, but Singleton was humming that tune back in 2014.
—Ryan Ford, Detroit Free Press, 30 Sep. 2024
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This forecasted demand is being driven in large part by data centers, the humming engines driving AI, which require massive quantities of dependable power generation rather than relying on inherently intermittent renewables.
—Richard Lum, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2024
But the other part of this story—a humming economy—is great for Mastercard (MA), which takes a slice of each payment that rolls down its network.
—Brett Owens, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Sorry, Tork, but Singleton was humming that tune back in 2014.
—Ryan Ford, Detroit Free Press, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humming
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The ongoing geopolitical issues globally have kept the defense stocks buzzing.Trefis Team, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Those who consume it are plunged into vivid hallucinations, often preceded by a loud buzzing noise, that last between 24 and 48 hours.Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 20 Oct. 2024
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Most novelists freely pump the gas and the brakes, zipping through the boring bits to get to the good ones, but his pacing is remorselessly steady, the metronome locked at 60, one second per second.Lev Grossman, The Atlantic, 30 Sep. 2024
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Quanta Magazine caught up with him a couple of times this year over Zoom to hear why space-time might be fundamental after all, and what the symmetries of the particles zipping around in it might suggest.Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 25 Sep. 2024
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There’s no shame in starting small, especially now, when your schedule may be a little busier than usual.Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 30 Nov. 2024
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In fact, the sales have been rolling in for days and our team has been busy parsing through the best of the best.Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 30 Nov. 2024
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Graceful Arizona sycamores shade the courtyards where shoppers stroll past splashing fountains and beds bursting with flowers.Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 18 Oct. 2024
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Another bonus is that with September comes many spectacles of nature—from harvest bounties (meaning that local cuisine is at its best, bursting with fresh flavours) and New England’s leaf-peeping displays to the great migration of wildebeest in the Serengeti.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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Independent Bookstores are vital to a healthy and thriving community.American Booksellers Association, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
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Unlock the full potential of your amenities and shape a thriving, dynamic environment that delights tenants, residents and visitors alike.Mark Zettl, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Havana Cabana at Key West (Key West, FL) leans into its namesake by blending Cuba's vibrant art and culture with chic, tropical design elements throughout its 106 guest rooms.Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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From premium models with ultra-thin designs and vibrant colors to reliable options for smaller spaces, these picks offer something for everyone.Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Humming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humming. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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