as in hum
a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion
the zoom of a motorboat off in the distance
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1
as in to zip
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
a squadron of fighter planes zooming over our heads prompted thoughts of a terrorist attack
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as in to speed
to proceed or move quickly
race cars zooming around a track at breakneck speeds
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as in to soar
to rise abruptly and rapidly
zoomed to a supervisory position after only a few short months
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Recent Examples of zoom
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2025
Most standard zoom lenses start at either 24mm or 28mm, moderately wide angles that are ideal for day-to-day photography and slice-of-life images.
—PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
John Wisely, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The lens features an internal zoom mechanism, meaning the physical length does not change when zooming.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 27 Aug. 2025
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Noun
The cameras see major upgrades, with an 8x optical zoom offering the equivalent of a 200mm focal length.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2025
Most standard zoom lenses start at either 24mm or 28mm, moderately wide angles that are ideal for day-to-day photography and slice-of-life images.
—PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
New cameras can pan, tilt and zoom across campus.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The lens features an internal zoom mechanism, meaning the physical length does not change when zooming.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zoom
Noun
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But if hotel noises, traffic rumbles, or plane hums keep you from getting some shut-eye, this compact sound machine may become your best travel companion.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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At first glance, Nam-Joon Cho’s lab at Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University looks like your typical research facility—scientists toiling away, crowded workbenches, a hum of machinery in the background.—
Sandy Ong,
JSTOR Daily,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Commissioner David Suarez, named as a defendant in the lawsuit, made a brief appearance at Wednesday’s press conference, zipping in front of reporters on an electric scooter.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Rent a golf cart or e-bike to zip around the resort.—
Elliott Harrell,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Anduril highlights that the architecture also speeds software updates.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Sep. 2025
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The worst issue is that The Portal, with changes meant to speed up progression, allegedly, launched giving everyone less powerful drops, making the new power climb ridiculous.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The company reported a 359% jump in order backlog during its first quarter 2026 earnings call, sending its stock soaring 36% for the day.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The number of participating providers soared from more than 400 during the previous school year to more than 2,100 this year.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Sep. 2025
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Washington delivers the dialogue with a thrilling range from purrs to roars, all imbued with an authoritative swagger.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
15 Aug. 2025
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Fluffy robot pets that purr for your attention or tell you a joke.—
Joseph Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Verb
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The viral clip has racked up nearly 19 million views so far, leaving fans buzzing over the pair’s funny performance.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The internet buzzed when Team Cherry announced Silksong.—
Keller Gordon,
NPR,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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While some travelers choose to fly on Thanksgiving Day for lower prices and crowds, most leave at least a day early to avoid the risk of cancellations or delays upending their holiday plans.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Two games in, though, the Packers have passed both tests with flying colors.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The 46-year-old standup had been growing his audience for two decades when, in 2023, his viral SNL hosting gig rocketed him to the comedy stratosphere.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
15 Sep. 2025
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Four of the late Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk‘s books have rocketed up Amazon’s bestseller list after his death.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Zoom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zoom. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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