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  • present participle of buzz.

buzzing

ADJECTIVE
humming
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG




ADJECTIVE
whispering
Synonyms
Antonyms




NOUN
whirring
Synonyms


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For years, the cacophony of beeping and buzzing has been not only annoying—preventing patients from getting much needed rest—but potentially hazardous as overwhelmed healthcare professionals tune them out.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

The buzzing sound overhead got louder as we took cover under the bushes, before climbing back into the vehicle and driving away.

From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026

The sound of drones buzzing overhead has become a regular part of life.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 9, 2026

Known for its buzzing commercial and entertainment district, the ward hosts nearly 10 percent of Japan's 42,000 short-term rentals.

From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026

They had always hated airships, buzzing loudly, crowding the skies, forcing the birds to fly low.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown




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