hum
verb (used without object)
to make a low, continuous, droning sound.
will hum
-
future tenseof hum.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Sensors, meters and cameras inside and outside will hum in around-the-clock surveillance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 9, 2021
With this change, it seems as if the App Store will hum along largely like you’re used to this holiday season.
From The Verge ● Nov. 8, 2021
“Sometimes a thousand twangling instruments will hum about mine ears, and sometimes voices.”
From New York Times ● Oct. 14, 2014
Depending on just how many zeroes, some professional investors will hum to themselves over their morning coffee at such prospects.The next-best ideas service a smaller need, but serve a huge number of people.
From Inc ● Jan. 23, 2012
“Of course. Otherwise you can’t make jumpshots. You just lie there and go beddy-bye and little nothing sister Mary Anne will hum lullabies until the hero makes disgusting snoring noises.”
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
