Bustle and Delay

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Bustle noun - A state of noisy, confused activity.

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Delay is an antonym for bustle in topics: busily, quick and busy activity.

Nearby Words: bustling, bustled, bustler

Delay noun - An instance or period of being prevented from going about one's business.

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Bustle is an antonym for delay.

Nearby Words: delayed, delaying, delayer

large bustle

large delay

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