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as in message
a communication by telephone
give me a buzz when you decide
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as in hum
a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion
the motor made a soft buzz
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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
the buzz is that this would-be blockbuster will be the bomb of the summer
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as in craze
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
longer hairstyles are the buzz this season
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as in to rush
to proceed or move quickly
we've been buzzing around all morning getting ready for the meeting with the VIPs from the head office
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Recent Examples of buzz
Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
Thousands of Boise State football fans create a permanent buzz of chatter and excitement as the Broncos prepare to host Memphis in the first home game of the 2026 season.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 Mar. 2026
María Ospina, The Dial, 31 Mar. 2026
The sheer chaos of that finish, en route to a return to Indianapolis, already had basketball fans buzzing.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
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Noun
This was always the case, but has only recently garnered more attention as the buzz around a potential deal began to fizzle after the combine.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
Thousands of Boise State football fans create a permanent buzz of chatter and excitement as the Broncos prepare to host Memphis in the first home game of the 2026 season.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
Despite the puddle water, her wings seem more elastic and buzz with greater force.
—María Ospina, The Dial, 31 Mar. 2026
The sheer chaos of that finish, en route to a return to Indianapolis, already had basketball fans buzzing.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzz
Noun
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If messages pile up, pause notifications for at least an hour — do your best to spend that hour focused on whatever task is most troubling you.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Lopez did not respond to multiple messages from The Star for this voter guide.—
Nathan Pilling
March 31,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The whir of an ambulance rose and dissipated, leaving behind the hum of rolling traffic.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Behind her, the kettle was beginning to hum.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding mania has continued to peak in recent days as rumors swirl that the couple have cemented their wedding date, guest list, and venue for a summer celebration.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
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On Tuesday, Batula and Wilson released a joint statement confirming their new relationship after weeks of rumors claiming that their friendship had turned romantic.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The craze reached its apex in 1916, when Wall Street bettors wagered $10m (about $300m today) on the contest between President Woodrow Wilson and Charles Hughes — who, as governor of New York, had signed an anti-gambling law trying to ban the practice.—
Kelli María Korducki,
thehustle.co,
3 Apr. 2026
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Now, thanks to Zendaya fronting its anniversary campaign, the iconic collab is once again fueling a wave of nostalgic craze.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After heavy rain, swollen streams can burst their banks, carrying mud and boulders down the mountainsides.—
NPR,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2026
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Fernandez-Pardo burst down the left flank then slipped the ball between two defenders and found the unmarked Haraldsson at the far post.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital by Santa Monica Fire Department paramedics, the man was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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If someone pushes you to rush, keep your tone measured and propose a reasonable deadline that protects quality and keeps expectations aligned.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Nine months after Harold's death, Nicholson was monitoring a call where investigators were dispatched to a break-in at Marsha's.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Andrej Stojaković’s putback attempt rolled around the rim before coming to a dead stop on the back of the basket as everyone in the massive football stadium held their breath and waited for gravity to make a call.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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On most days, the surf is loud enough to mask the steady purr of cars.—
Jeffrey Marlow,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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Honey is ready to bring love, purrs and playful cuddles to her forever home.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Buzz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzz. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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