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as in message
a communication by telephone
give me a buzz when you decide
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as in hum
a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion
the motor made a soft buzz
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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
the buzz is that this would-be blockbuster will be the bomb of the summer
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as in craze
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
longer hairstyles are the buzz this season
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as in to rush
to proceed or move quickly
we've been buzzing around all morning getting ready for the meeting with the VIPs from the head office
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as in to hum
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
the little plane buzzed past the crowd
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Recent Examples of buzz
Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
The Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen will face off against one another on Saturday for the 125th rendition of the Army-Navy game, but this year’s matchup is surrounded by a lot of buzz – both because of its attendees and because of what’s at stake.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 14 Dec. 2024
Staff Author, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2024
Newport, Seeger, Dylan, and the Night That Split the Sixties, A Complete Unknown is already receiving awards buzz.
—Mariel Turner, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Having a quarterback with no game experience serving as the backup is certainly a risk, but there has been a lot of buzz surrounding Grunkemeyer.
—Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
The Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen will face off against one another on Saturday for the 125th rendition of the Army-Navy game, but this year’s matchup is surrounded by a lot of buzz – both because of its attendees and because of what’s at stake.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 14 Dec. 2024
Verb
Our 61 Most Warm And Satisfying Soups And Stews
But one soup in particular got the Southern Living staff and our Test Kitchen absolutely buzzing.
—Staff Author, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2024
Newport, Seeger, Dylan, and the Night That Split the Sixties, A Complete Unknown is already receiving awards buzz.
—Mariel Turner, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for buzz
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The result was a beautiful trainwreck of feedback and fury that perfectly summed up the message of the song.Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 25 Dec. 2024
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Watch the teaser, as shared by Sandler with a special holiday message, on X here or in the Instagram post below.Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 25 Dec. 2024
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The rumors began swirling on TikTok when Baldoni was noticeably absent from joint press event; there are no group photos of the co-stars at the New York premiere of the film; and Lively, author Colleen Hoover and co-star Jenny Slate follow the director on Instagram, despite him following them.Christy Piña, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Dec. 2024
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When her roommate Elizabeth disappears on Sade’s first night, rumors begin to fester—until the popular girls, known as the Unholy Trinity, take Sade under their wing.Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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That includes some members of the military, and other critical government workers, such as TSA agents and air traffic controllers, just as the holiday travel craze begins.Michelle Stoddart, ABC News, 19 Dec. 2024
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This is especially timely given China’s gradual return to travel post-COVID—especially among the younger generation—mixed with a surge in demand for customization (from greeting cards to trips), bespoke experiences, and the charms and maximalism craze.Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Major guild strikes ended last year and the streaming bubble burst from 2022 has given platforms at least some time to recover since.Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 12 Dec. 2024
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Or Shamar Joseph bursting through Australia in Brisbane.Tim Ellis, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Edwards rushed for only 18 yards in the first half, but the Chargers didn’t abandon the run.Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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As fans rushed the court, an unidentified assailant plowed into Kyle Filipowski, spraining the Duke center’s knee.David Whitley, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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The room seemed to hum with the cacophony of love stories converging in one place.Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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The stage was right in front of the chamfered corner of the Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona, a reminder that one of the city’s most historic and celebrated hotels continues to hum as ever before.John Oseid, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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West Haven dispatch received several 911 calls about a motor vehicle crash involving a CT transit bus that hit a building around 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, according to Sgt.Staff report, Hartford Courant, 27 Dec. 2024
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For more information call 689-237-6437 or email awb2historicgoldsboro@gmail.com.Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
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Stocking Stuffers Under $30 Cat lovers will purr over these adorable bowls.Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Nov. 2024
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This little kitty purrs, walks, and even tumbles, giving my daughter all the fun of having another cat without the extra fur or midnight meows.Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 2 Nov. 2024
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“Buzz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buzz. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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