busily
Americanadverb
adverb
Other Word Forms
- nonbusily adverb
- overbusily adverb
- superbusily adverb
- unbusily adverb
Etymology
Origin of busily
First recorded in 1175–1225, busily is from the Middle English word bisiliche. See busy, -ly
Example Sentences
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There is an additional complication with both Alphabet and Amazon that both companies are also busily promoting their in-house AI chips which compete with Nvidia’s hardware.
From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026
In the Mideast, the authors are eager for Washington to get on with its long-delayed pullback, even though the president is engaged with the region as he busily searches for peace deals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 10, 2025
They managed to win the last presidential election and form a majority in the legislature and are now busily enacting their agenda.
From Salon • May 5, 2025
While Duckett attempted all manner of trick shots, Bethell busily pushed the scoring along with elegance and the occasional bit of fortune from edges through the slips.
From BBC • Dec. 7, 2024
She turned back to the other staff in the kitchen, busily putting plates together for patrons waiting for their orders.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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