as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
even in the wee hours of the morning, his mind is aboil with new ideas
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aboil
Adjective
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The Mission Beach tower is the busiest in the entire city, and the beach’s popularity with tourists makes emergencies more likely there.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2025 -
After two years of busy construction, John and Mable had completed their 56-room Mediterranean Revival masterpiece in 1926, at a time when no homes of such scope existed in Sarasota.—
Thao Thai,
Southern Living,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Here, her thriving rose collection has been a project years in the making—the product of a small, gradual endeavor that soared to new heights during the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2025
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Since distancing from the royal family, Markle has been working on establishing herself as a thriving business woman.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Cultural enthusiasts can journey just ten minutes away to San Nicolas, Aruba’s vibrant art capital, bursting with street murals and creative works.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Against these extremes, skin tones look vibrant, varied, and balanced.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Panelists had been carefully chosen and the moderators ensured lively debates took place.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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To introduce persimmon in a balanced way, Bassford recommends incorporating the color into decorative touches like wallpaper, upholstery, or bedding for a lively yet harmonious effect.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In that crowded class of prospects, each star had his own identity.—
D. Watkins,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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As tensions threaten to turn to violence in the crowded train car, the officer arrives.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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If 10 years from now this site is still a massive vacant lot, the Lincoln Yards embarrassment will make Block 37 look by comparison a stirring success.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2025
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Add collard greens, stock, and 2 teaspoons paprika; bring to a simmer over medium, stirring and scraping bottom of skillet.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In that meeting, Musk reiterated to Modi the benefits of widening internet access across the world’s most populous country, according to sources in the room.—
Seema Mody,
CNBC,
20 Mar. 2025
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Two competitors will be—in fact, already are—the world's two most populous states, India and China.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Aboil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aboil. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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