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[ verb ] move or cause to move energetically or busily

Synonyms

hustle bustle_about

Examples

"The cheerleaders bustled about excitingly before their performance"

Related terms

move rush

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[ noun ] a rapid bustling commotion

Used in print

(E. Lucas Myers, "The Vindication of Dr. Nestor,"...)

A bustle of sheets being smoothed and pillows being arranged indicated the fille_de_chambre 's presence inside ; they listened and suddenly a step towards the door announced another important fact .

Related terms

commotion mother

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[ noun ] Last name, frequency rank in the U.S. is 21010
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[ noun ] a framework worn at the back below the waist for giving fullness to a woman's skirt

Related terms

framework

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