Bustle and Loiter

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Bustle verb - To proceed or move quickly.

Usage example: the hostess bustled about, taking care of last-minute preparations for the party

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Loiter is an antonym for bustle in hurry topic.

Nearby Words: bustling, bustled, bustler

Loiter verb - To move or act slowly.

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Bustle is an antonym for loiter.

Nearby Words: loitering, loiterer

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