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humming

[huhm-ing] / ˈhʌm ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
lively
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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In any case, he’s now humming a different tune.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Furner has said he aims to keep Walmart’s years of sales growth humming with ever-faster online delivery, wider online selection and continuous store and supply-chain improvements, along with new revenue streams such as advertising.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

But for people working in the McLaren Formula 1 garage, there's a reason why they're always humming the 2007 hit.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

But if his hamstring allowed their offensive engine to drive, the offense might not be humming.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Daisy came around the corner of the house on her crutch; humming a silly little tune.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls




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