as in busy
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the arena is really buzzing tonight
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as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
for months the area has been buzzing with rumors that a megacorporation plans to locate its headquarters here
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as in scurrying
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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as in humming
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
the little plane buzzed past the crowd
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Recent Examples of buzzing
Rai Mincey, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Their move back to the Taiwanese capital, where the mother sets up a food stand in a buzzing night market, brings them into closer proximity with her family.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
From right to left, Minion's piece transitions from the portrait to a picture of the basketball player celebrating, accentuated with lines that echo his excitement, and then to a buzzing rod of light that highlights the star's role as a facilitator on the court.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 26 Aug. 2025
An always-buzzing defender with state track speed, the 6-foot-2, 180-pound Oliva covers a lot of ground for the Nighthawks defense.
—Matt Schubert, Denver Post, 18 Aug. 2025
The arrival of this large spider wasp with buzzing red wings that can inflict a debilitating, albeit temporary, sting certainly captured my attention.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2025
More expensive waffle makers accompany these lights with a beeping or buzzing sound.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2025
The Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills morphed into a buzzing summer celebration, where flashing lights, flowing conversation, and fresh talent collided under the stars.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
In Downtown Miami’s District 11, the new E11even Hotel and Residences features all the luxe must-haves—spa, designer interiors, and a buzzing rooftop lounge—but its standout perk is the private helipad on the 65th floor.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2025
Wilson Luna, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
His new social media activity has the wrestling world buzzing about a potential return to the company.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
The coastal floodplain that was desolate throughout the long winter is now lush with plant life and buzzing with insects.
—Kate Wong, Scientific American, 16 Sep. 2025
Continue reading … HOT AT COSTCO – September offerings at popular store have fans buzzing.
—FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Here’s a look at more of the top moments of the night that viewers were buzzing about on social media.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
The Wright family enterprise is kept buzzing by the camaraderie between the front of house, the bar and the kitchen.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, the prospect of a Paid in Full series has industry watchers buzzing.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 Sep. 2025
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
Adjective
The space itself — bright, polished, and buzzing — sets the tone for a brunch that’s chic without being stiff.
—Rai Mincey, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Their move back to the Taiwanese capital, where the mother sets up a food stand in a buzzing night market, brings them into closer proximity with her family.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
From right to left, Minion's piece transitions from the portrait to a picture of the basketball player celebrating, accentuated with lines that echo his excitement, and then to a buzzing rod of light that highlights the star's role as a facilitator on the court.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 26 Aug. 2025
An always-buzzing defender with state track speed, the 6-foot-2, 180-pound Oliva covers a lot of ground for the Nighthawks defense.
—Matt Schubert, Denver Post, 18 Aug. 2025
The arrival of this large spider wasp with buzzing red wings that can inflict a debilitating, albeit temporary, sting certainly captured my attention.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2025
More expensive waffle makers accompany these lights with a beeping or buzzing sound.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2025
The Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills morphed into a buzzing summer celebration, where flashing lights, flowing conversation, and fresh talent collided under the stars.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
In Downtown Miami’s District 11, the new E11even Hotel and Residences features all the luxe must-haves—spa, designer interiors, and a buzzing rooftop lounge—but its standout perk is the private helipad on the 65th floor.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
Within minutes, the inbox starts buzzing, and they get pulled into a flood of urgent emails.
—Wilson Luna, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
His new social media activity has the wrestling world buzzing about a potential return to the company.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
The coastal floodplain that was desolate throughout the long winter is now lush with plant life and buzzing with insects.
—Kate Wong, Scientific American, 16 Sep. 2025
Continue reading … HOT AT COSTCO – September offerings at popular store have fans buzzing.
—FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Here’s a look at more of the top moments of the night that viewers were buzzing about on social media.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
The Wright family enterprise is kept buzzing by the camaraderie between the front of house, the bar and the kitchen.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, the prospect of a Paid in Full series has industry watchers buzzing.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 Sep. 2025
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzzing
Adjective
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It's been a busy week for the European technology sector.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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The seven people killed by the explosions are believed to have been working for Devastating Pyrotechnics in the busy days ahead of a string of shows scheduled on and around the Fourth of July.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Finish the look with a fall wreath bursting with harvest blooms.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Enchanted glittered with edible pink shimmer dust, and bursting with fruity, botanical flavors – Grey Goose with watermelon basil essences, vermouth and basil.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Then, either a heave, or some scurrying around and then a heave.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Sep. 2025
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There were quick glimpses of a Monty Mole burrowing underground, Cheep Cheeps swimming in a stream and Toads scurrying around the castle.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
12 Sep. 2025
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Keep those air conditioners humming, because this week is kicking off with some unusually hot weather.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
15 Sep. 2025
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Astros, Guardians Their injury list has a payroll greater than a bunch of frugal franchises, yet the Rangers keep humming along and applying pressure to their AL West counterparts.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Much of the Southeast, especially the southern Appalachians, remains on track for an on-time and vibrant peak foliage.—
Kyle Reiman,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Among the 35 hues are trendy cool tones, conventional nudes, vibrant reds, and bold, creative colors like magenta and blackish-purple.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Kering has been dragged down by steep declines at its star brand and a bulging debt load, forcing the group to shutter stores, offload real estate and reduce headcount after a dismal start to the year that saw group net profit plummet 46 percent in the first half.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
14 Sep. 2025
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To be a real man, according to this content, young adolescent boys are expected to be tall and broad-shouldered with bulging biceps, pronounced trapezius muscles, and washboard abs.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The final result needed to be invisible, weightless, scentless, and makeup-gripping, all of which were achieved with flying colors—actually, with no color at all since the formula is completely clear on all skin tones.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Before flying, check your airline’s website for more details on what’s allowed.—
Jessie Beck,
AFAR Media,
16 Sep. 2025
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There were few cars — mostly just workers in bamboo hats on foot or on bikes, with the occasional motor scooter zipping along.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
13 Sep. 2025
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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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“Buzzing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzzing. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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