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as in slug
a lazy person
those drones just lie around while we do all the work
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as in laborer
a person who does very hard or dull work
after lunch my fellow drones and I shuffle back to our cubicles
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as in hum
a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion
heard the drone of an airplane overhead
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as in to hum
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
the sound of droning bees all around us
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as in to lazy
to spend time doing nothing
instead of getting a job, he preferred to drone and live off his parents
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Recent Examples of drone
NBC News, 30 Jan. 2025
Some regions endure relentless aerial bombings; others are plagued by drones or artillery fire.
—Iuliia Mendel, TIME, 29 Jan. 2025
Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
The agreement would promote Saudi investment in advanced technologies, especially drone defense.
—Samia Nakhoul and Pesha Magid, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Noun
In drone footage building after building could be seen heavily damaged and destroyed.
—NBC News, 30 Jan. 2025
Some regions endure relentless aerial bombings; others are plagued by drones or artillery fire.
—Iuliia Mendel, TIME, 29 Jan. 2025
Verb
Her compositions combine droning dissonance, piano and strings to create a moody and evocative electronic ambient score that lends a contemporary flavor.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
The agreement would promote Saudi investment in advanced technologies, especially drone defense.
—Samia Nakhoul and Pesha Magid, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drone
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The path to healing often reveals itself not through knowing, but through doing what feels intuitively right in the moment—whether that's reaching out to a neighbor, humming a familiar tune, or simply stepping into the sunshine.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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That adaptability, and the fact Allen didn’t need to be superhuman for the Bills offense to hum, is why the spread against the Chiefs is so narrow.—
J.J. Bailey,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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Catches, kicks, throws, passes, goals, touchdowns and home runs will all be buzzed to the user through different vibration patterns.—
Michael Irving,
New Atlas,
9 Feb. 2025
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Celebs like Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Aniston have reportedly gotten the viral salmon sperm facial, while K-beauty brands are cranking out salmon sperm formulas that have TikTokers buzzing.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
8 Feb. 2025
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The boots’ moisture-resistant suede and rubber outsole are well-suited for winter weather, while the pull-on style is great for traveling or lounging around the house.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
31 Jan. 2025
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Our lineup is teeming with durable, all-weather designs that will withstand the elements and keep you comfortable lounging outdoors.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2025
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From a custom jumpsuit by Loewe zipped halfway up, with a hard bra plate underneath, to her MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon Cross Low Sneakers, her outfit worked.—
Haley Velasco,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2025
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That’s largely because their wealthy residents are busy zipping between apartments in other cities and countries.—
Dionne Searcey,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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Generally, any drinks that include citrus, cream liqueurs or milk and those that need to be chilled, like a basic martini, call for use in a shaker.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2025
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Or, will some be happy to relax during daily trail rides or to simply chill on the porch?—
Lynn O'Rourke Hayes,
Boston Herald,
2 Feb. 2025
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Plus: What better way for locals to veg out during a stressful election season than with some grade-A on-screen drama?—
Mimi Montgomery,
Axios,
19 Sep. 2024
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This isn't only a place to veg out, though.—
Hannah Walhout,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Apr. 2023
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The vehicles also worsen traffic on Lima’s major thoroughfares, increasing idling by cars and trucks, which are rarely electric.—
Maria Gioia,
The Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2025
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Just as a yellow cab turned right into the intersection, the idling truck inched forward, seemingly preparing for a wide right turn onto E. 169th St., the video shows.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
3 Feb. 2025
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When he himself isn’t bummed out, Scott Avett (who flew to New York to be with the cast and crew during its final week) remains philosophical.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
21 Jan. 2025
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Expecting to see spikes in seasonal affective disorder, Dr. Leibowitz was shocked to learn that Nordic people weren’t all that bummed out by the long, dark, and extreme winters.—
Julia Ries,
SELF,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Drone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drone. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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