buzzing
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present participleof buzz.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
buzznouna low, vibrating, humming sound, as of bees, machinery, or people talking. -
a word derived from
buzz.
buzznouna low, vibrating, humming sound, as of bees, machinery, or people talking.
Example Sentences
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Melvyn Moyes, who was in the city centre with his brother Ken to cheer on the team, described the atmosphere as "buzzing".
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
For hospital patients, the incessant beeping and buzzing of alarms from monitors, pumps and other devices can make sleep almost impossible.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 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
Instead, the room felt alive and buzzing with energy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
His mind buzzing, the threads on his arms going haywire like they didn’t know which way to point.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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