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bustling

[buhs-ling] / ˈbʌs lɪŋ /








ADJECTIVE
humming
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Antonyms
STRONG
ADJECTIVE
hustling
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Kicking over the traces of domesticity, Aurore left her family for the capital in 1831 and quickly immersed herself in Paris’s bustling literary scene.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 7, 2026

Hours later, when I looked at Stevens’ X feed, I was surprised to see a photo of our interview, appearing as though we reporters were part of a bustling roundtable Stevens had held with voters.

From Slate Jul. 30, 2026

The new ones are thick enough to block the bustling noise of surrounding streets, offering silence in units that's uncharacteristic of New York City apartments.

From BBC Jul. 26, 2026

Yet, at the bustling Jantar Mantar itself, the atmosphere is often festive.

From Barron's Jul. 23, 2026

“Excuse me!” cried Mrs. Malvolio, bustling through the packed ballroom, working her way toward the stage.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein




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