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
Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Located near Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square, these elegant accommodations are in the neighborhood's buzzing fashion district.
—Ellie Nan Storck, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
On the handful of occasions in each game between them when Jokic catches at the elbow and his teammates clear out, an anxious hush invariably falls over a buzzing arena.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Tamarindo, a great stretch of beach for surfing, is equally famous for its nightlife, with buzzing spots like Chiquita's Tamarindo.
—Natalie Hammond, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Mar. 2026
Before sunrise, on a frigid, frozen lake south of Madison, Wisconsin, Zach Feiner is staring at a buzzing screen.
—Berly McCoy, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
The event opens with live entertainment, food and drinks and a social atmosphere that turns the room into a buzzing hub of connection.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Just off the gondola entrance sits Club Moritzino, one of the Dolomites’ most enduring mountain huts and a buzzing lunch and apres-ski destination.
—Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 10 Feb. 2026
Once a pivotal railway stop, later the site of world-stage events, like the 1996 Olympic Games, and most recently, a filming epicenter, Conyers has blossomed into a buzzing destination, drawing visitors from across the globe.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Most homeowners are surprised to learn the buzzing nuisance ruining their evenings probably started life just steps from the back door.
—Ryan Brennan
april 30, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Karissa Waddick Folks in Front Royal, Virginia, just on the northern edge of Shenandoah National Park, are buzzing about the king’s visit this afternoon.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Your mind is buzzing with new ideas, particularly around money.
—Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
The Apex Museum, Atlanta's oldest African American museum, is buzzing with a new energy from a group of Gen Z interns.
—La'tasha Givens, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Paton fielded the first question and his phone immediately started buzzing.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
Wall Street has been buzzing about the merger speculation for a while, saying that traditional valuation metrics for so wide-ranging a company as Tesla were all but useless.
—Tobias Burns, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
The one on March 5, however, was buzzing and standing-room-only.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The feeding ports keep out buzzing bees, while the ant moat hanger will keep away pesky ants, so the nectar is saved just for the hummingbirds.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Located near Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square, these elegant accommodations are in the neighborhood's buzzing fashion district.
—Ellie Nan Storck, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
On the handful of occasions in each game between them when Jokic catches at the elbow and his teammates clear out, an anxious hush invariably falls over a buzzing arena.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Tamarindo, a great stretch of beach for surfing, is equally famous for its nightlife, with buzzing spots like Chiquita's Tamarindo.
—Natalie Hammond, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Mar. 2026
Before sunrise, on a frigid, frozen lake south of Madison, Wisconsin, Zach Feiner is staring at a buzzing screen.
—Berly McCoy, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
The event opens with live entertainment, food and drinks and a social atmosphere that turns the room into a buzzing hub of connection.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Just off the gondola entrance sits Club Moritzino, one of the Dolomites’ most enduring mountain huts and a buzzing lunch and apres-ski destination.
—Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 10 Feb. 2026
Once a pivotal railway stop, later the site of world-stage events, like the 1996 Olympic Games, and most recently, a filming epicenter, Conyers has blossomed into a buzzing destination, drawing visitors from across the globe.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
Verb
Residents could flip on the TV to see who was downstairs before buzzing them in.
—New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Most homeowners are surprised to learn the buzzing nuisance ruining their evenings probably started life just steps from the back door.
—Ryan Brennan
april 30, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Karissa Waddick Folks in Front Royal, Virginia, just on the northern edge of Shenandoah National Park, are buzzing about the king’s visit this afternoon.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Your mind is buzzing with new ideas, particularly around money.
—Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
The Apex Museum, Atlanta's oldest African American museum, is buzzing with a new energy from a group of Gen Z interns.
—La'tasha Givens, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Paton fielded the first question and his phone immediately started buzzing.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
Wall Street has been buzzing about the merger speculation for a while, saying that traditional valuation metrics for so wide-ranging a company as Tesla were all but useless.
—Tobias Burns, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
The one on March 5, however, was buzzing and standing-room-only.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzzing
Adjective
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Lucas Giolito had a busy first full day in the Padres organization.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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As always, our NASCAR experts, Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi, took time out of their busy schedules to answer all our Talladega questions.—
Jordan Bianchi,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Following a brutal winter season, Martha's Bedford farm is now bursting with colorful blooms.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
28 Apr. 2026
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As April comes to a close, Amazon’s outlet is bursting with even more exciting deals than usual.—
Madeline Merinuk,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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An over-excited group of fans celebrated the two saves by breaking a pane of glass behind the Kings bench, sending the coaches scurrying and pausing the game for several minutes as workmen repaired the damage.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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The effect was to send much of the congregation scurrying out to buy the record.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When Guevara Olivas finished her orientation speech last week on the 15th floor, the room was packed and humming with conversation in multiple languages.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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The yoga platform looking out over the Himalayan range through lofty pines gives a fresh resonance to the concept of a mountain pose asana and to bhramari, honey-bee breathing exercises taken with the actual insect community humming vibrantly around the ears.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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After some 53 years, Antigone remains a no-frills stronghold where community organizers trade flyers near the entrance, and the inventory captures the perspectives of life in a vibrant border city.—
Kat Chen,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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With the collection intertwined with the world of racing since its debut in 1986, the Tag Heuer Formula 1 watch has become a symbol of performance while simultaneously showcasing its distinct design, vibrant hues and innovative technology.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Reiner sat mostly expressionless in the courtroom—his eyes wide open and bulging.—
Maxwell Adler,
Vanity Fair,
29 Apr. 2026
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Nicholas Galitzine, resplendent with wavy blond hair and bulging muscles, has the power.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The drone can be seen intercepting a low-flying Ka-52, maneuvering towards its port weapon pylon before the footage dramatically cuts.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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According to Delta's policies, there are no restrictions for flying while pregnant on the airline.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Even just crossing the street, where endless mopeds and cars are zipping between each other, can feel like a feat.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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Stuff them with your clothes and then squeeze all the air out of them before zipping.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
15 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Buzzing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzzing. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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