Bumble and Purr

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Bumble verb - To fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound.

Usage example: a fly bumbling around the room while we were trying to sleep

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Purr and bumble are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Purr" instead a verb "Bumble".

Nearby Words: bumbling, bumbled

Purr verb - Indicate pleasure by purring; characteristic of cats.

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Bumble and purr are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bumble" instead a verb "Purr".

Nearby Words: purring, purred

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