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hum

verb as in buzz, vibrate

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The crowd hummed and swayed in agreement and cheered in recognition of the feelings that she captured.

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The book’s plot mechanics hum along with great pace and verve, even if a few of its particulars are too far-fetched to swallow.

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Just what is it about AI data centres that's different from the traditional building containing ranks of computer servers that keeps our personal photos, social media accounts and work applications humming away?

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On one April morning, when she and her husband arrived at their lot, heavy machinery was already humming.

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On the football field, the deafening roar of the crowd and the buzz of adrenaline unify into one continuous hum, a voice in the back of a player’s head encouraging bloodlust and brutality.

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