- present participle of hum.
humming
Example Sentences
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In fact, I found myself humming along the interstate at 80 mph, anticipating, even dreading the moment the gas engine refired.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 1, 2026
And when Morton was done, she looked over to director Christopher Nolan, waiting for him to say something like, “Maybe try it without the humming, Samantha.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
Do you sometimes notice a deep buzzing or humming noise that seems to have no identifiable source?
From Science Daily ● Jul. 19, 2026
Instead of spending the money on a pricey establishing shot of the car driving on the 101, Wain inserts a brief vintage clip of a ’70s-era taxi, humming along the road.
From Salon ● Jul. 12, 2026
The blur lands in Nyame’s hand, revealing Asase’s akrafena, glowing and humming with power.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
