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as in powerhouses
an ambitious person who eagerly goes after what is desired
he's a real hummer when it comes to getting new clients for his advertising agency
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as in beauties
something very good of its kind
this is the author's first mystery novel, and it's a hummer
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Recent Examples of hummers
Feeding Hummingbirds in Winter Serious birders often keep their hummingbird feeders up year-round in hopes of seeing rare winter hummers.
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
On chilly mornings, the hummers will flock to feeders at the first hint of daylight to drink the high-energy nectar.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
Learn the simple steps for cleaning a hummingbird feeder and how often it should be done to have healthy, happy hummers.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hummers
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Wallace's Indianapolis show will honor powerhouses Billie Holiday, Amy Winehouse, Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald and Whitney Houston.—
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In addition to the Red Cross partnership, Peanuts Worldwide this year has rolled out collaborations with all kinds of retailers, from luxury brands like Coach and Kith to mass-market powerhouses like Krispy Kreme and Starbucks.—
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Learning to Grow Her love for these natural beauties began on her family’s farm in nearby Bedford County, where her mother crafted thoughtful floral arrangements for church each Sunday.—
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By making the two beauties one and the same!—
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Sadly, his college ball dreams didn’t come to fruition after the coach who called him up retired.—
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But your kid with pro athlete dreams is likely not part of the 70%.—
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It’s worked wonders on my dry skin and dark circles, especially when combined with a thick moisturizer and eye cream.—
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Using a mild dish soap and water solution will work wonders.—
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Wednesday, July 28, Beef Goulash, California veggies, whole grain dinner roll, peaches, milk.—
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Made with cucumbers, blueberries, and peaches dressed in a light orange vinaigrette, this salad is a sleeper hit.—
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The bouquet includes daisies, cornflowers, eucalyptus, roses, orchids, a waterlily dahlia, and more — all in pretty pastel hues of pink, orange, green, and blue.—
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These reactions may also occur in people allergic to chrysanthemums, marigolds, or daisies.—
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“Hummers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hummers. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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